Grantmaker Search Results Search Criteria: Searching on Grantmaker Database AND Grantmaker State = Michigan or National AND Fields of Interest = Museum OR Museums Margaret Acheson Allesee and Robert A. Allesee Foundation 6560 Red Maple Ln. Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 Donor(s): Margaret Acheson Allesee. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in MI in 1997. Fields of interest: Arts; Christian agencies & churches; Education; Elementary/secondary education; Foundations (public); Higher education, university; Human services; Jewish agencies & temples; Museums; Performing arts; Youth development; Youth development, religion. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officer: Margaret Acheson Allesee, Pres. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $7,814 (M); gifts received, $325,700; expenditures, $322,564; total giving, $322,554; qualifying distributions, $322,564; giving activities include $322,554 for 115 grants (high: $105,000; low: $25). EIN: 383379630 ------------------------------------------------- Amway Environmental Foundation 2905 Lucerne Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Donor(s): Amway Corp. Type of grantmaker: Operating foundation. Background: Established in 1989 in MI as a company-sponsored operating foundation. Purpose and activities: Giving for the arts and human services. Fields of interest: Human services; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers and Directors:* Jay Van Andel,* Chair.; Richard M. DeVos, Jr.,* Pres.; Casey Wondergem,* Secy. and Exec. Dir.; Laurence M. Call, Treas.; Douglas DeVos; Dave Van Andel; Steve Van Andel. Financial data: (yr. ended 08/31/00): Assets, $700,543 (M); gifts received, $32,450; expenditures, $273,945; total giving, $190,225; qualifying distributions, $271,546; giving activities include $190,225 for 5 grants (high: $150,000; low: $5,300) and $82,481 for foundation-administered programs. EIN: 382929328 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $27,900 to Michael and Barbara Dennos Museum Center, Traverse City, MI. $12,000 to Operation Smile International, Grand Rapids, MI. $7,000 to Embassy of Canada, DC. $7,000 to Eskimo Museum. $1,500 to Saint Andrews School, Grand Rapids, MI. Sponsoring company information: Amway Corporation Ada, MI Company URL: http://www.amway.com Business activities: Manufactures household cleaning products and housewares, vitamins, child car-seats, audiovisual equipment, electric alarms and signaling equipment, fabrics, yarns, and knit goods. Financial profile for 1998: Number of employees, 12,000; sales volume, $5,700,000,000 Corporate officers: Steve Van Andel, Chair.; Richard M. DeVos, Jr., Pres. and C.E.O.; Lawrence M. Call, Sr. V.P. and C.F.O.; Robert Alston, C.I.O.; Craig Meurlin, Sr. V.P. and Genl. Counsel; Bert Crandell, V.P., Mktg.; Pamela Linton, V.P., Human Resources. Subsidiaries and/or Divisions: Amway Communications Corp., Arlington, VA; Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids, MI; Mutual Broadcasting System, Arlington, VA; Nutralite Products, Inc., Buena Park, CA. Giving statement: Giving through a corporate giving program and a foundation. ------------------------------------------------- Mary Friedman Baske Family Foundation, Inc. 2876 Dozer Dr. St. Joseph, MI 49085 Contact: Mary Friedman Baske, Dir. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1999 in FL and MI. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Education; Museums (children's). Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, General/operating support. Limitations: Giving primarily in MI. Application information: Application form not required. Deadline(s): None Directors: Douglas Baske; Mary Friedman Baske; Elizabeth Friedman O'Connor. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $1,038,582 (M); expenditures, $40,396; total giving, $30,620; qualifying distributions, $30,193; giving activities include $30,620 for grants. EIN: 582462400 ------------------------------------------------- Berrien Community Foundation, Inc. 2900 S. State St., Ste. 2E. St. Joseph, MI 49085 Telephone: (616) 983-3304 Contact: Margaret Poole, Exec. Dir. FAX: (616) 983-4939 E-mail: mpoole@qtm.net URL: http://www.berriencommunity.org Type of grantmaker: Community foundation. Background: Incorporated in 1952 in MI. Purpose and activities: Primary areas of interest include youth, education, family issues, and general charitable giving. Fields of interest: Adult education, literacy/basic skills; Aging; Aging, centers/services; Arts; Children/youth, services; Community development; Disabled; Education; Education, reading; Elementary school/education; Engineering/technology; Environment; Family services; General charitable giving; Health care; Health organizations; Historic preservation/historical societies; Homeless; Homeless, human services; Human services; Humanities; Libraries/library science; Museums; Nutrition; Performing arts, music; Public affairs; Recreation; Safety/disasters; Science; Secondary school/education; Substance abuse, services; Voluntarism promotion; Youth development. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, Consulting services, Curriculum development, Emergency funds, Endowments, Equipment, General/operating support, In-kind gifts, Matching/challenge support, Program development, Program evaluation, Scholarship funds, Scholarships--to individuals, Seed money. Limitations: Giving limited to Berrien County, MI. No support for sectarian religious purposes. No grants to individuals (except for scholarships), or for consulting services, technical assistance, operating funds, deficit financing, or annual fund drives; no loans or program-related investments. Publications: Annual report, financial statement, newsletter, informational brochure (including application guidelines). Application information: Application guidelines available on request. 20 copies of application required for youth-oriented projects only. Application form required. Initial approach: Telephone Copies of proposal: 1 Board meeting date(s): Every 2 months Deadline(s): Sept. 1 for winter meeting; Mar. 1 for spring meeting Final notification: 10 to 14 weeks Officers and Trustees:* Mark A. Miller,* Pres.; Jim Cousins,* V.P.; Stephen Sizer,* Secy.; Sharon Vargo,* Treas.; B. David Allen; Larry Bubb; Elaine Chaudoir; Robert D. Gottlieb; Nadra Kissman; Gladys Peeples-Burks, Ph.D.; Joanne Sims; Gregory Vaughn. Number of staff: 3 full-time professional; 1 full-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $12,459,865 (M); gifts received, $1,552,783; expenditures, $910,841; total giving, $645,846; giving activities include $645,846 for grants (high: $175,386; average: $100-$17,000) and $29,339 for 2 foundation-administered programs. EIN: 386057160 ------------------------------------------------- Besser Foundation 123 N. 2nd Ave. Alpena, MI 49707-2801 Telephone: (989) 354-4722 Contact: Richard Wilson, Pres. FAX: (989) 354-8099 E-mail: bessfdtn@freeway.net Donor(s): J.H. Besser+; Besser Co. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Incorporated in 1944 in MI. Purpose and activities: Grants primarily to local schools and colleges and health and social service agencies; giving also to Africare for projects in underdeveloped nations in Africa. In addition, the foundation partially supports the Jesse Besser Museum, a local historical and art museum. Fields of interest: Arts; Children/youth, services; Education; Human services; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, Capital campaigns, Continuing support, General/operating support, Matching/challenge support. Limitations: Giving limited to the Alpena, MI, area. No support for video projects. No grants to individuals, or for endowment funds, meeting or conference expenses, travel, or research. Publications: Annual report (including application guidelines). Application information: Applications sent via FAX accepted. Application form not required. Applicants should submit the following: 1) copy of IRS Determination Letter Initial approach: Letter of introduction Copies of proposal: 1 Board meeting date(s): Quarterly beginning in Mar. Deadline(s): End of 1st month in each calendar quarter Officers and Trustees:* J. Richard Wilson,* Pres. and Treas.; James C. Park,* V.P. and Secy.; Gary Dawley; Patricia Gardner; Carl F. Reitz; Harold A. Ruemenapp. Number of staff: 2 part-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $18,248,543 (M); expenditures, $1,919,287; total giving, $1,768,497; qualifying distributions, $1,811,898; giving activities include $1,661,497 for 48 grants (high: $300,000; low: $300; average: $300-$448,353) and $107,000 for 4 employee matching gifts. EIN: 386071938 ------------------------------------------------- The Bouwer Foundation 2819 Cotswold Ln. S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49506-2023 Donor(s): John Bouwer; Marian Bouwer. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1994 in MI. Fields of interest: Christian agencies & churches; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: John Bouwer, Pres.; Marian Bouwer, V.P.; Kathryn Bouwer, Secy.; Thomas Bouwer, Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $210,940 (M); expenditures, $35,073; total giving, $33,976; qualifying distributions, $33,976; giving activities include $33,976 for grants. EIN: 383148915 ------------------------------------------------- Viola E. Bray Charitable Trust c/o Bank One Investment Mgmt. Group 111 E. Court St., Ste. 100 Flint, MI 48502 Telephone: (810) 237-3765 Contact: Pamela W. Taeckens, V.P. Donor(s): Viola E. Bray+. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Trust established in 1961 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the arts, family planning, the YWCA, and children and youth services. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Museums (art); Reproductive health, family planning; YM/YWCAs & YM/YWHAs. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Building/renovation, Continuing support, Emergency funds, Equipment, Matching/challenge support, Seed money. Limitations: Giving limited to the Flint, MI, area. No grants to individuals, or for research, scholarships, or fellowships; no loans. Publications: Program policy statement, application guidelines. Application information: Application form not required. Initial approach: 1-page proposal Copies of proposal: 6 Board meeting date(s): Sept. Deadline(s): Aug. 31 Final notification: 3 months Officer: Pamela W. Taeckens, V.P. Trustees: Donald E. Johnson III; Molly Bray McCormick; Sally Richards Ricker; William L. Ricker. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 09/30/00): Assets, $4,796,013 (M); expenditures, $228,082; total giving, $190,480; qualifying distributions, $200,584; giving activities include $190,480 for 20 grants (high: $65,821; low: $1,000). EIN: 386039741 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $77,296 to Flint Institute of Arts, Flint, MI. $10,000 to American Cancer Society. $10,000 to American Red Cross, Muskegon, MI. $10,000 to American Red Cross, Genesee-Lapeer Chapter, Flint, MI. $10,000 to Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., Swartz Creek, MI, For Fair Winds Council. $10,000 to Greater Flint Arts Council, Whiting Auditorium, Flint, MI. $10,000 to Shelter of Flint, Flint, MI. $10,000 to YWCA of Flint, Flint, MI. $9,308 to Flint Community Schools, Flint, MI. $5,000 to Flint Institute of Music, Flint, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Citizens First Savings Charitable Foundation, Inc. 525 Water St. Port Huron, MI 48060 Donor(s): Citizens First Savings Bank. Type of grantmaker: Company-sponsored foundation. Background: Established in 1998 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for health and human services. Fields of interest: Federated giving programs; Heart & circulatory diseases; Hospitals (general); Human services; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Larry J. Moeller, Sr., Pres.; Timothy D. Regan, Secy.-Treas. Directors: Marshall J. Campbell; Christopher A. Kellerman; Hazen W. Moran. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $8,139,874 (M); gifts received, $140,000; expenditures, $419,927; total giving, $173,908; qualifying distributions, $169,775; giving activities include $173,908 for 38 grants (high: $28,253; low: $24). EIN: 383401243 Sponsoring company information: Citizens First Savings Bank Port Huron, MI Company URL: http://www.cfsbank.com Business activities: Operates savings bank. Financial profile for 1998: Assets, $609,299,956 Corporate officers: Larry J. Moeller, Sr., Chair., Pres., and C.E.O.; Timothy D. Regan, Sr. V.P. and Cont. Plants and/or Offices: Algonac, MI; Bad Axe, MI; Croswell, MI; Fort Gratiot, MI; Harbor Beach, MI; Imlay City, MI; Lapeer, MI; Marine City, MI; Marysville, MI; St. Clair, MI; Sandusky, MI. Giving statement: Giving through a foundation. ------------------------------------------------- Community Foundation of Greater Rochester (Formerly Greater Rochester Area Community Foundation) P.O. Box 80431 Rochester, MI 48308-0431 Telephone: (248) 608-2804 Contact: Peggy Hamilton, Exec. Dir. FAX: (248) 608-2826 E-mail: cfound@cfound.org URL: http://www.cfound.org/index.html Type of grantmaker: Community foundation. Background: Incorporated in 1983 in MI. Purpose and activities: To enhance the quality of life for community residents within the following funding categories: arts and culture, education, youth, civic beautification, and human concerns. Fields of interest: Arts; Community development; Disabled; Education; Elementary school/education; Environment; Environment, natural resources; Family services; Museums; Performing arts; Performing arts, music; Youth, services. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Building/renovation, Emergency funds, Endowments, Equipment, General/operating support, Matching/challenge support, Scholarship funds, Scholarships--to individuals, Seed money. Limitations: Giving limited to Macomb and Oakland counties, MI. No grants to individuals (except for designated scholarship funds) or for operating budgets. Publications: Annual report (including application guidelines), informational brochure, financial statement, newsletter. Application information: Application form required. Initial approach: Letter or telephone Copies of proposal: 7 Board meeting date(s): Quarterly Deadline(s): 30 days prior to board meeting Officers and Trustees:* Kenneth D. Bilodeau,* Pres.; George Seifert,* V.P.; Dave Shellenbarger,* V.P.; Mary Ann Reidinger,* Secy.; Vern Pixley, Treas.; Corey Bordine; Joseph Champagne; Tom Finnerty; Michael Glass; Ed Golick; Ed McKibbon; Marty Sibert; Graham Silcox; Lawrence Ternan. Number of staff: 1 full-time professional; 1 part-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $1,823,538 (M); gifts received, $494,562; expenditures, $338,534; total giving, $214,117; giving activities include $201,017 for grants (high: $31,000; low: $50) and $13,100 for 26 grants to individuals (high: $1,000; low: $150). EIN: 382476777 ------------------------------------------------- The Conrad-Johnston Foundation c/o Josyln, Keydel & Wallace 7430 2nd Ave., 9th Fl. Detroit, MI 48202 Donor(s): James D. Johnston; Margaret M. Johnston. Type of grantmaker: Operating foundation. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Museums; Roman Catholic agencies & churches. Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Trustees: James D. Johnston; Margaret M. Johnston; Frederick R. Keydel. Financial data: (yr. ended 11/30/99): Assets, $373,001 (M); expenditures, $34,055; total giving, $33,850; qualifying distributions, $32,829; giving activities include $33,850 for grants. EIN: 382623282 ------------------------------------------------- The Laura Deibel and Tim Allen Foundation 30600 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 245 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Donor(s): Timothy Dick. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1999 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily to a legal aid clinic and for human services. Fields of interest: Christian agencies & churches; Human services; Legal services; Museums. Geographic focus: California; Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI; some giving also in CA. Officers: Laura Deibel, Pres. and Secy.; Timothy Dick, V.P. and Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $139,000 (M); gifts received, $300,000; expenditures, $161,000; total giving, $161,000; qualifying distributions, $161,000; giving activities include $161,000 for 10 grants (high: $50,000; low: $500). EIN: 383446053 ------------------------------------------------- Daniel and Pamella DeVos Foundation 126 Ottawa Ave., N.W., Ste. 500 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Telephone: (616) 454-4114 Contact: Ginny Vander Hart Donor(s): The Richard and Helen DeVos Foundation. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1992 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for museums, performing art centers, arts and culture, education, human services and Christian agencies. Fields of interest: Arts; Children/youth, services; Christian agencies & churches; Education; Human services; Libraries/library science; Museums; Performing arts centers. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Building/renovation, Capital campaigns, Continuing support, General/operating support, Matching/challenge support, Program development, Seed money. Limitations: Giving primarily in Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Application form not required. Initial approach: Letter Copies of proposal: 1 Deadline(s): None Final notification: 3 to 5 months Officers: Daniel G. DeVos, Pres.; Pamella DeVos, V.P.; Jerry L. Tubergen, Secy.-Treas. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/98): Assets, $139,840 (M); expenditures, $240,634; total giving, $226,100; qualifying distributions, $237,139; giving activities include $226,100 for 47 grants (high: $35,000; low: $100). EIN: 383035976 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $25,000 to First Park Congregational Church, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $23,000 to Frederik Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $23,000 to Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $10,000 to Grand Valley University Foundation, Allendale, MI, For general support. $10,000 to Michigan Botanic Garden Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $6,000 to Grand Rapids Ballet Company, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $5,000 to American Heart Association, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $5,000 to Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $5,000 to Library of Michigan Foundation, Lansing, MI, For general support. $5,000 to Northwood University, Midland, MI, For general support. ------------------------------------------------- Eileen and Brian G. DeVries Family Foundation 234 N. Division, Ste. 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2512 Telephone: (616) 242-9222 Donor(s): Eileen DeVries; Brian G. DeVries. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1993 in MI. Fields of interest: Arthritis research; Higher education; Hospitals (general); Museums (children's); Protestant agencies & churches. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers and Directors:* Eileen DeVries,* Pres. and Treas.; Brian G. DeVries,* V.P. and Secy. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $511,815 (M); expenditures, $45,717; total giving, $44,450; qualifying distributions, $44,450; giving activities include $44,450 for grants. EIN: 383180271 ------------------------------------------------- Louis M. Dexter Memorial Foundation, Inc. c/o John Jaspere 2509 Grove Bluff Dr. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Contact: Mrs. Louis Dexter Application address: P.O. Box 626, Grandville, MI 49468, tel.: (616) 456-1333 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1998 in MI. Fields of interest: Aging; Higher education; Museums; Performing arts. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Giving primarily in MI, with emphasis on Grand Rapids. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Trustees: Elaine Dexter; John Dykstra; John Jasperse; Marylou Munroe; Marjorie R. Wege. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $1,069,100 (M); expenditures, $55,235; total giving, $50,000; qualifying distributions, $52,177; giving activities include $50,000 for 10 grants (high: $15,000; low: $2,000). EIN: 383383892 ------------------------------------------------- Charles Robert Evenson Foundation c/o Bank One Trust Tax 900 Tower Dr., 1st Fl. Troy, MI 48098 Application address: c/o James D. Wright, 200 Ottawa, N.W., Grand Rapids, MI 48503, tel.: (616) 771-7780 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: Environment, natural resources; Museums; Performing arts. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving limited to Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Applicants should submit the following: 1) detailed description of project and amount of funding requested Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers: Robert Evenson, Jr., V.P.; Joan Newberry, V.P. Financial data: (yr. ended 10/31/99): Assets, $391,040 (M); expenditures, $4,929; total giving, $0; qualifying distributions, $2,086. EIN: 386085626 ------------------------------------------------- Gaynel L. Fausell Charitable Trust c/o Citizens Bank 1 Jackson Sq. Jackson, MI 49203 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: Foundations (corporate); Housing/shelter; Human services; Museums; Salvation Army; Youth development, centers/clubs. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Trustees: Philip J. Curtis; Citizens Bank. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $844,459 (M); expenditures, $96,270; total giving, $80,000; qualifying distributions, $85,129; giving activities include $80,000 for grants. EIN: 386516668 ------------------------------------------------- Eleanor and Edsel Ford Fund 100 Renaissance Ctr., 34th Fl. Detroit, MI 48243 Contact: David M. Hempstead, Secy. Donor(s): Eleanor Clay Ford+. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Incorporated in 1944 in MI. Purpose and activities: Grants are limited to organizations selected by the trustees from among the charities with which Eleanor Clay Ford was prominently associated during her lifetime. Fields of interest: Arts, multipurpose centers/programs; Higher education; Medical care, in-patient care; Museums; Performing arts; Protestant agencies & churches. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, General/operating support, Scholarship funds. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI, with emphasis on Detroit. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Unsolicited requests for funds not considered. Officers and Trustees:* William Clay Ford,* Pres.; David M. Hempstead,* Secy.; Richard M. Cundiff, Treas.; Josephine F. Ford. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $37,495,749 (M); expenditures, $1,880,604; total giving, $1,815,000; qualifying distributions, $1,794,044; giving activities include $1,815,000 for 8 grants (high: $387,500; low: $10,000). EIN: 386066331 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $387,500 to Center for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI. $387,500 to Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit, MI. $387,500 to Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, MI. $387,500 to University Liggett School, Grosse Pointe, MI. $200,000 to Edison Institute, Dearborn, MI. $40,000 to Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit, MI. $15,000 to Christ Church Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe, MI. $10,000 to Saint Marthas Episcopal Church, Detroit, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Leon & Rena Frank Memorial Corporation 2031 Long Lake Shores West Bloomfield, MI 48323 Application address: F.J. Robinson, c/o Bank One, Trust Div., 611 Woodward, Detroit, MI 48226, tel.: (313) 225-3593 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: Human services; Jewish agencies & temples; Museums. Geographic focus: Arizona; California; Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in AZ, CA, and MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Applicants should submit the following: 1) detailed description of project and amount of funding requested 2) copy of IRS Determination Letter Initial approach: Proposal Deadline(s): None Officers: Susan Gordon, Pres.; Elizabeth Smith, Secy.; Merrill Gordon, Treas. Trustee: Bank One. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $431,043 (M); expenditures, $43,209; total giving, $35,288; qualifying distributions, $37,676; giving activities include $35,288 for 32 grants (high: $7,667; low: $100). EIN: 386058044 ------------------------------------------------- Maxine and Stuart Frankel Foundation 3221 W. Big Beaver Rd., Ste. 106 Troy, MI 48084 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1998 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the fine and performing arts; support also for education, human services, and youth crisis services. Fields of interest: Education; Human services; Mental health/crisis services; Museums; Performing arts; Youth development. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Maxine Frankel, Pres.; Stuart Frankel, Secy.-Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $880 (M); gifts received, $197,000; expenditures, $205,320; total giving, $205,320; qualifying distributions, $205,320; giving activities include $205,320 for 74 grants (high: $63,700; low: $100). EIN: 383445379 ------------------------------------------------- Lloyd Ganton Auto Museum Foundation, Inc. 108 2nd St. Spring Arbor, MI 49283 Donor(s): Lloyd G. Ganton; Joyce Ganton; Kevin Ganton; Scott Ganton. Type of grantmaker: Operating foundation. Background: Classified as a private operating foundation in 1989 in MI. Purpose and activities: Support only for a museum. Fields of interest: Museums. Types of support: General/operating support. Officers and Directors:* Lloyd G. Ganton,* Pres.; Troy L. Ganton,* V.P. and Exec. Dir.; Kevin J. Ganton,* V.P.; Scott P. Ganton,* V.P.; Judith L. Ganton,* Secy.-Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 06/30/00): Assets, $891,513 (M); gifts received, $92,430; expenditures, $16,039; total giving, $0; qualifying distributions, $53,021. EIN: 382837086 ------------------------------------------------- L. Douglas Gantos Family Foundation 7275 Burger Dr. S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Donor(s): L. Douglas Gantos. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1994 in MI. Fields of interest: Higher education; Museums (art); Residential/custodial care, hospices; Salvation Army. Geographic focus: Arizona Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Phoenix, AZ. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: L. Douglas Gantos, Pres. and Secy.; Kathy Tamm Gantos, Secy.-Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 10/31/00): Assets, $147,728 (M); expenditures, $9,658; total giving, $9,526; qualifying distributions, $9,526; giving activities include $9,526 for grants. EIN: 383212083 ------------------------------------------------- Gary Sisters Foundation 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Contact: George T. Schumacher, Tr. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1993 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for health care, library materials, day care and education related to children. Fields of interest: Camps; Higher education, college (community/junior); Museums; Offenders/ex-offenders, probation/parole; Salvation Army. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in Kalamazoo, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Applicants should submit the following: 1) detailed description of project and amount of funding requested Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Trustees: Mary Delehanty; Fran Little; William T. Little; George T. Schumacher. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $1,307,152 (M); expenditures, $74,853; total giving, $60,654; qualifying distributions, $60,654; giving activities include $60,654 for grants. EIN: 383109660 ------------------------------------------------- Genevieve and Donald Gilmore Foundation 108 E. Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3966 Donor(s): Cole Gilmore. Type of grantmaker: Operating foundation. Background: Classified as a private operating foundation in 1981. Purpose and activities: Support only for a car museum. Fields of interest: Museums. Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: No grants to individuals. Officers and Trustees:* William U. Parfet,* Pres.; Carol Coggan, V.P.; Martha B. Vandermolen, V.P.; Sherwood M. Boudeman,* Secy.; Ray T. Parfet, Jr.,* Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $10,038,819 (M); gifts received, $120,255; expenditures, $710,841; total giving, $0; qualifying distributions, $787,532. EIN: 386154163 ------------------------------------------------- Gordy Foundation, Inc. 2648 W. Grand Blvd. Detroit, MI 48208 Telephone: (313) 875-0656 Contact: Esther G. Edwards, V.P. FAX: (313) 875-9698 Donor(s): Jobete Music Co., Inc. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1967 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the arts and for human services. Fields of interest: Arts; Cancer; Community development; Human services; Museums. Geographic focus: California; Michigan; New York Types of support: Building/renovation, General/operating support, Scholarship funds. Limitations: Giving primarily in Los Angeles, CA, Detroit, MI and New York, NY. No grants to individuals. Application information: Applicants should submit the following: 1) copy of IRS Determination Letter Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers and Directors:* Berry Gordy,* Pres.; Esther Edwards,* V.P. Financial data: (yr. ended 06/30/00): Assets, $3,494,527 (M); gifts received, $2,900; expenditures, $25,837; total giving, $2,500; qualifying distributions, $60,438; giving activities include $2,500 for 1 grant. EIN: 386149511 ------------------------------------------------- Grand Rapids Community Foundation (Formerly The Grand Rapids Foundation) 209-C Waters Bldg. 161 Ottawa Ave. N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2757 Telephone: (616) 454-1751 Contact: Diana R. Sieger, Pres. FAX: (616) 454-6455 E-mail: grfound@grfoundation.org URL: http://www.grfoundation.org Type of grantmaker: Community foundation. Background: Established in 1922 in MI by resolution and declaration of trust; Incorporated 1989. Purpose and activities: To provide support for projects or causes designed to benefit the people and the quality of life in Grand Rapids, MI, and its surrounding communities through grants for social needs, youth agencies, cultural programs, health, recreation, neighborhood development, the environment, and education, including scholarships for Kent County residents to attend selected colleges. Grant decisions are made according to a project's fit with the following guiding principles: Accountability, Collaboration, Diversity, Justice, Prevention, Special Capital and Systems Approach. Program area(s): The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest: Scholarship Awards: The scholarship awards are made based on a competitive process which considers academic achievement, extracurricular activities, a statement of the applicant's personal aspirations and goals, and financial need. Scholarship awards are made at the discretion of the foundation's board of trustees based on advisory committee recommendations. All awards are made without regard to race, creed, color, gender, religion, or national origin. Awards vary in size from $500 to $3,000, depending on the amount of income available in each particular fund. For more information, contact Ruth Bishop, Education Prog. Assoc., at rbishop@grfoundation.org. Fields of interest: African Americans/Blacks; Aging; Aging, centers/services; AIDS; Alcoholism; Arts; Asians/Pacific Islanders; Child development, education; Child development, services; Children/youth, services; Civil liberties, reproductive rights; Civil rights, aging; Civil rights, disabled; Civil rights, gays/lesbians; Civil rights, immigrants; Civil rights, minorities; Civil rights, race/intergroup relations; Civil rights, women; Community development; Disabled; Economically disadvantaged; Education; Education, reading; Employment; Environment; Family services; Gays/lesbians; Health organizations; Higher education; Historic preservation/historical societies; Homeless; Homeless, human services; Housing/shelter, development; Human services; Humanities; Immigrants/refugees; Leadership development; Mental health/crisis services; Minorities; Minorities/immigrants, centers/services; Museums; Native Americans/American Indians; Nutrition; People with AIDS (PWAs); Performing arts; Performing arts, theater; Recreation; Residential/custodial care, hospices; Substance abuse, services; Voluntarism promotion; Women; Women, centers/services; Youth development, services. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, Capital campaigns, Employee matching gifts, Employee-related scholarships, Equipment, Land acquisition, Matching/challenge support, Program development, Program-related investments/loans, Scholarship funds, Scholarships--to individuals, Seed money, Technical assistance. Limitations: Giving limited to Grand Rapids, MI, and surrounding communities. No support for religious organizations, hospitals, K-12 schools, child care centers, nursing homes/retirement facilities, or political or cause-related projects. No grants to individuals (except for scholarships), or for continued operating support, annual campaigns, travel expenses, medical or scholarly research, deficit financing, endowment funds, computers, vehicles, films, videos, or conferences; no student loans; no venture capital for competitive profit-making activities. Publications: Annual report, informational brochure, newsletter, application guidelines. Application information: The student loan program has been discontinued; new loans will not be made. Application form required. Applicants should submit the following: 1) how project's results will be evaluated or measured 2) explanation of why grantmaker is considered an appropriate donor for project 3) population served Initial approach: Letter of inquiry Copies of proposal: 7 Board meeting date(s): 6 to 7 times a year (bimonthly) Deadline(s): Submit scholarship applications between Jan. 1 and Apr. 15; deadline for all other applications is 12 weeks preceding board meeting Final notification: June 15 for scholarships; 1 month after board decision for other requests Officers: Diana R. Sieger, Pres.; Lynne Black, V.P., Fin. and Admin.; Molly Parker, V.P., Devel.; Marcia Rapp, V.P., Progs. Trustees: Brian Cloyd, Chair.; Samuel M. Cummings; Beverly A. Drake; Richard P. Haslinger; Hon. Janet Haynes; Earl D. Holton; Kevin T. Kabat; Marilyn A. Lankfer; Mark Meijer; Margaret Sellers-Walker; Thomas L. Stevens. Number of staff: 11 full-time professional; 2 part-time professional; 7 full-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 06/30/01): Assets, $167,948,808 (M); gifts received, $7,903,792; expenditures, $10,101,306; total giving, $5,288,903; giving activities include $4,828,187 for 946 grants (high: $200,000; low: $946; average: $150-$250,000), $452,191 for grants to individuals (high: $3,000; low: $250; average: $250-$3,000), $8,525 for 38 employee matching gifts and $19,309 for 3 foundation-administered programs. EIN: 382877959 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $1,000,000 to Grand Action Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For Grand Center expansion and renovation. $500,000 to Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, For Aquinas College and Circle Theatre Performance Complex Campaign. $250,000 to Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Rapids, MI, For Invest In Your Workforce Campaign for Grand Rapids Michigan Technical Education Center (M-TEC). $200,000 to Grand Rapids Ballet Company, Grand Rapids, MI, To acquire and renovate building. $200,000 to Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth, Grand Rapids, MI, To expand southeast-side youth center and construct west-side youth center. $200,000 to Grandville Avenue Arts and Humanities, Grand Rapids, MI, For Grandville Avenue Academy for the Arts. $105,000 to Chamber Foundation of Greater Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For Select Grand Rapids, employer-assisted housing program. $90,000 to Grand Valley State University, Development Division, Allendale, MI, For Kent Area Micro-Loan Service. $85,000 to Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For marketing component of Consortium for Change. $75,000 to Grand Rapids Community College Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For Delta Strategy - Strengthening and Formalizing the Community Problem-Solving Process. ------------------------------------------------- H.S. Foundation c/o Carol A. Sigler, C.P.A. 31313 N.W. Hwy., Ste. 223 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Donor(s): Jerome Soble; Kenneth Soble. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1987 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for education, hospitals, housing, and Jewish organizations. Fields of interest: Higher education; Hospitals (general); Human services; Jewish agencies & temples; Museums. Geographic focus: National Limitations: Giving on a national basis. No grants to individuals. Officers: Jerome Soble, Pres.; Kenneth Soble, V.P.; Richard Soble, Secy.-Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $849,612 (M); expenditures, $43,828; total giving, $37,275; qualifying distributions, $37,275; giving activities include $37,275 for 36 grants (high: $8,500; low: $50). EIN: 382706164 ------------------------------------------------- The Harding Foundation 111 E. Court St., Ste. 3D Flint, MI 48502-1649 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1988 in MI. Purpose and activities: Awards only to Christian Science organizations and its affiliates. Fields of interest: Christian agencies & churches; Education, early childhood education; Museums (history). Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving limited to MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Paula K. Turrentine, Chair. and Pres.; Paula M. Switzer, V.P. and Secy.; Milo I. Mott, V.P. and Treas.; Mark C. Turrentine, Exec. Dir. Financial data: (yr. ended 06/30/00): Assets, $59,729,503 (M); gifts received, $828,792; expenditures, $2,749,644; total giving, $2,187,050; qualifying distributions, $2,187,050; giving activities include $2,187,050 for 25 grants (high: $1,428,800; low: $1,000). EIN: 382849003 ------------------------------------------------- Mabel H. Harris Trust c/o Comerica Bank P.O. Box 75000 Detroit, MI 48275 Donor(s): Mabel M. Harris+. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: Human services; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving limited to Jackson, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Trustees: Philip J. Curtis; Comerica Bank. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $852,375 (M); expenditures, $47,008; total giving, $34,500; qualifying distributions, $34,500; giving activities include $34,500 for grants. EIN: 386145296 ------------------------------------------------- Edith D. and E. William Heinrich Mineralogical Research Foundation Trust R.R. 1, Box 291 Chassell, MI 49916 Telephone: (906) 523-6364 Contact: Beverly Salotti, Tr. Type of grantmaker: Operating foundation. Background: Established in 1992 in MT. Fields of interest: Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Trustee: Beverly Salotti. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $699,586 (M); expenditures, $47,249; total giving, $43,400; qualifying distributions, $47,249; giving activities include $43,400 for grants. EIN: 386585026 ------------------------------------------------- Robert P. & Ella B. Hudson Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 699 Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783-0699 Telephone: (906) 635-5696 Contact: Frank Fazi, Pres. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1948. Purpose and activities: Giving to education and for health related issues. Fields of interest: Community development; Health organizations; Higher education; Human services; Museums (history). Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support, Scholarship funds, Scholarships--to individuals. Limitations: Giving limited to Chippewa County, MI. Publications: Annual report. Application information: Application form not required. Initial approach: Proposal Copies of proposal: 1 Board meeting date(s): 3rd Thurs. of each month Deadline(s): None Officers and Directors:* Frank Fazi,* Pres. and Treas.; John D. Peacock,* V.P.; Roger L. Paris,* Secy.; Bill Oberman; Roy Warren. Number of staff: 1 part-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $1,623,800 (M); expenditures, $73,081; total giving, $52,910; qualifying distributions, $52,910; giving activities include $52,910 for grants. EIN: 386057714 ------------------------------------------------- The Hurst Foundation 105 E. Michigan Ave. P.O. Box 449 Jackson, MI 49204 Telephone: (517) 788-8600 Contact: James A. Hildreth Application address: 230 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI 49201, tel.: (517) 787-1321 Donor(s): Peter F. Hurst+; Elizabeth S. Hurst+. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Trust established in 1955 in MI. Purpose and activities: Emphasis on higher and secondary education, museums, social services, community development, and youth agencies. Fields of interest: Community development; Higher education; Human services; Museums; Secondary school/education; Youth, services. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, Equipment, General/operating support, Program development, Seed money. Limitations: Giving limited to Jackson County, MI. No grants to individuals, or for endowment funds, scholarships, fellowships, or matching gifts; no loans. Application information: Application form not required. Initial approach: Letter Copies of proposal: 2 Board meeting date(s): Dec. and as required Deadline(s): Submit proposal preferably in Oct.; deadline Nov. 10 Final notification: 60 days, for favorable decision only Officer: Anthony P. Hurst, Pres. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/98): Assets, $8,376,825 (M); expenditures, $419,223; total giving, $405,950; qualifying distributions, $399,313; giving activities include $405,950 for 40 grants (high: $50,000; low: $1,000; average: $500-$100,000). EIN: 386089457 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $50,000 to United Way of Jackson County, Jackson, MI, For endowment fund. $50,000 to YMCA, Camp Storer Branch, Jackson, MI, For remodeling campaign. $20,000 to Jackson Public Schools, Jackson, MS for 2 grants: $15,000 (For Parkside Music Laboratory), $5,000 (For Frost Elementary Media Center). $10,000 to Michigan Dyslexia Institute, Lansing, MI. $7,500 to Family Services and Childrens Aid, Jackson, MI, For Safe Kids Program. $5,000 to Ella Sharp Museum Association, Jackson, MI, For capital improvement. $5,000 to Youth Haven Ranch, Rives Junction, MI, For operating support. $4,000 to Hanover-Horton Schools, Hanover, MI, For Riot program. $3,000 to Jackson Interfaith Shelter, Jackson, MI, For operating support. ------------------------------------------------- The Joslin Foundation, Inc. P.O Box 7212 Sturgis, MI 49091 Donor(s): Burr G. Joslin. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: American Red Cross; Arts councils; Community development; Education; Higher education; Museums (history). Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers and Directors:* Burr G. Joslin,* Pres.; Judith Joslin-Page,* V.P.; Nancy Joslin Kaleel,* V.P.; Elizabeth A. Joslin,* Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $704,482 (M); expenditures, $105,929; total giving, $79,505; qualifying distributions, $79,505; giving activities include $79,505 for grants. EIN: 383484334 ------------------------------------------------- Kaufman Foundation 297 W. Clay Ave., Ste. 106 Muskegon, MI 49440 Telephone: (231) 722-6681 Contact: Richard F. Kaufman, or Sylvia C. Kaufman, Trustees Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1959 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving to museums, the arts, and Jewish agencies. Fields of interest: Arts; Jewish agencies & temples; Jewish federated giving programs; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Trustees: Richard F. Kaufman; Sylvia C. Kaufman. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $3,403,630 (M); expenditures, $283,248; total giving, $271,108; qualifying distributions, $271,108; giving activities include $271,108 for 71 grants (high: $50,000; low: $25). EIN: 386091556 ------------------------------------------------- The Keeler Foundation (Formerly The Miner S. & Mary Ann Keeler Fund) 200 Monroe Ave., N.W., Ste. 340 Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2213 Contact: Miner S. Keeler II, Tr., or Mary Ann Keeler, Tr. Donor(s): Mary Ann Keeler; Miner S. Keeler II; The Keeler Fund. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Incorporated in 1985 in MI as successor to the First Keeler Fund established in 1953, which transferred its assets to the new Keeler Fund in 1986. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for fine arts museums, performing arts groups, and a Catholic diocese; support also for higher and secondary education, the environment, human services, and health. Fields of interest: Environment; Higher education; Human services; Museums; Performing arts; Roman Catholic agencies & churches; Secondary school/education. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI, with emphasis on Grand Rapids. No grants to individuals. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers: Miner S. Keeler II, Pres.; Isaac S. Keeler, V.P.; Mary Ann Keeler, Secy.-Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 07/31/00): Assets, $3,523,246 (M); expenditures, $482,487; total giving, $462,196; qualifying distributions, $460,730; giving activities include $462,196 for 48 grants (high: $84,186; low: $200). EIN: 382625402 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $75,000 to Diocese of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $60,000 to Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $60,000 to Ryerson Library Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $47,700 to Michigan Botanic Garden Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $11,000 to Grand Rapids Symphony Society, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $10,000 to Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, For general support. $6,000 to West Michigan Environmental Action Council, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $5,000 to Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $5,000 to Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI, For general support. $5,000 to Saint Cecilia Music Society, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. ------------------------------------------------- The Larry and Doris Kelly Foundation 142 Lakeview Dr. Wayland, MI 49348 Donor(s): Lawrence O. Kelly; Doris L. Kelly. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1993 in MI. Fields of interest: Animal welfare; Education; Hospitals (general); Libraries (public); Museums; Religion. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Directors: Doris L. Kelly; Lawrence O. Kelly; Lynn M. Zevenbergen. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $297,327 (M); gifts received, $6,500; expenditures, $33,806; total giving, $30,253; qualifying distributions, $30,253; giving activities include $30,253 for grants. EIN: 383126025 ------------------------------------------------- The Korff Foundation 99 Monroe Ave., N.W., Ste. 900 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Donor(s): Jack J. Korff. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1994 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for museums, education, and religious organizations. Fields of interest: Higher education; Human services; Museums; Religion. Geographic focus: National Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving on a national basis. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Jack J. Korff, Pres. and Treas.; Kathryn H. Korff, Secy. Director: Marcae Johnson. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $616,138 (M); gifts received, $193,405; expenditures, $143,481; total giving, $140,425; qualifying distributions, $141,953; giving activities include $140,425 for 69 grants (high: $17,650; low: $25). EIN: 383190927 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $17,650 to Albion College, Albion, MI. $15,000 to Porter Hills Presbyterian Village, Grand Rapids, MI. $5,000 to Washington University, Saint Louis, MO. $4,500 to Catholic Information Center, DC. $2,000 to Davenport College of Business Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI. $1,000 to Mariners Church, Newport Beach, CA. $1,000 to Potters House, Grand Rapids, MI. $1,000 to Public Museum of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI. $500 to YMCA of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI. $450 to Susan G. Komen Foundation/Grand Rapids Race for the Cure, Grand Rapids, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Eugene H. Leslie Trust c/o Bank One, Trust Tax Dept. 900 Tower Dr., 1st Fl. Annex Troy, MI 48098 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: Museums (science/technology). Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Ann Arbor, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Trustee: Bank One. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/98): Assets, $835,934 (M); expenditures, $38,338; total giving, $27,500; qualifying distributions, $27,500; giving activities include $27,500 for grants. EIN: 386377398 ------------------------------------------------- Loosemore Foundation 333 Bridge, N.W., Ste. 330 Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Donor(s): Charles W. Loosemore. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1966. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily to universities, museums, and the performing arts; support also for federated giving programs, human services, and community development. Fields of interest: Community development; Federated giving programs; Higher education, university; Human services; Museums; Performing arts. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving limited to MI, primarily in Grand Rapids. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: David M. Hecht, Pres. and Treas.; Joyce F. Hecht, V.P. and Secy. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/98): Assets, $4,533,987 (M); expenditures, $273,977; total giving, $258,800; qualifying distributions, $258,800; giving activities include $258,800 for 35 grants (high: $160,000; low: $100). EIN: 386140749 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $40,000 to Grand Valley University Foundation, Allendale, MI, For unrestricted support. $30,000 to Grand Valley State University, School of Engineering, Allendale, MI, For unrestricted support. $22,000 to Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI for 2 grants: $16,000 (For minority scholarships), $6,000 (For minority scholarships). $20,000 to Hospice of Greater Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For unrestricted support. $17,500 to Youth Commonwealth, Grand Rapids, MI, For unrestricted support. $10,000 to Jewish Community Fund of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For unrestricted support. $10,000 to United Way, Heart of West Michigan, Grand Rapids, MI, For unrestricted support. $8,500 to Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, For unrestricted support. $8,500 to Gildas Club Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For unrestricted support. ------------------------------------------------- Leonard and Marjorie Maas Foundation 3825 Iris Dr. S.W. Grandville, MI 49418-1888 Telephone: (616) 534-9247 Contact: Leonard Maas, Chair., or Marjorie Maas, Secy.-Treas. Donor(s): Leonard Maas; Marjorie Maas. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1989 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for education and Christian agencies. Fields of interest: Christian agencies & churches; Education; Museums (children's); Theological school/education. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Application form not required. Applicants should submit the following: 1) detailed description of project and amount of funding requested Initial approach: Letter or proposal Copies of proposal: 1 Board meeting date(s): Nov. Deadline(s): None Officers: Leonard Maas, Chair. and Pres.; Marjorie Maas, Secy.-Treas. Directors: Betty Beemer; James F. Bossenbroek; Cecilia Maas; Lisa Maas; Steven Maas; Thomas Maas. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $398,455 (M); gifts received, $31,850; expenditures, $34,714; total giving, $30,000; qualifying distributions, $30,000; giving activities include $30,000 for grants. EIN: 382895111 ------------------------------------------------- Manat Foundation 26877 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 413 Southfield, MI 48034 Donor(s): Manuel Charach; Natalie Charach; Jeffrey Charach; Michael Berman; Sherrill Berman. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1986 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for museums, hospitals and medical research, particularly for cancer, human services, children's services, and Jewish agencies and temples. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Health organizations; Hospitals (general); Human services; Jewish agencies & temples; Medical research; Museums. Geographic focus: District of Columbia; Michigan; New York Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Washington, DC, MI, and NY. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Manuel Charach, Mgr.; Natalie Charach, Mgr. Trustees: Michael P. Berman; Joel Shulman. Financial data: (yr. ended 07/31/00): Assets, $4,166,501 (M); gifts received, $601,000; expenditures, $576,639; total giving, $492,150; qualifying distributions, $490,728; giving activities include $492,150 for 70 grants (high: $136,500; low: $500). EIN: 382710511 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $145,600 to Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit, West Bloomfield, MI, For Janice Charach Epstein Museum Gallery. $85,000 to American Red Magen David for Israel, Southfield, MI. $55,000 to United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, United Synagogue Youth: Kadima, New York, NY. $25,000 to Variety Club Charity for Children, Farmington Hills, MI. $15,000 to Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, New York, NY. $6,000 to Gildas Club Metro Detroit, Royal Oak, MI. $5,000 to Childrens Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, MI. $3,800 to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, Southfield, MI. $2,500 to American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, Bloomfield Hills, MI. $2,500 to W T V S Detroit Educational Television, Detroit, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Richard & Jane Manoogian Foundation 21001 Van Born Rd. Taylor, MI 48180-1300 Donor(s): Alex Manoogian+; Marie Manoogian. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1984 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily to museums, the arts, and education. Fields of interest: Arts; Arts, multipurpose centers/programs; Christian agencies & churches; Education; Human services; Museums; Performing arts. Geographic focus: National Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving on a national basis with some emphasis on MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Richard A. Manoogian, Pres. and Treas.; Eugene A. Gargaro, Jr., Secy. Director: Jane C. Manoogian. Financial data: (yr. ended 06/30/00): Assets, $125,199,443 (M); expenditures, $1,976,734; total giving, $1,115,720; qualifying distributions, $8,696,156; giving activities include $1,115,720 for 33 grants (high: $400,000; low: $70; average: $500-$35,000). EIN: 382531814 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $400,000 to Armenian General Benevolent Union, New York, NY, For operating support. $123,500 to Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit, MI, For operating support. $109,250 to Detroit Institute of Arts Founders Society, Detroit, MI, For operating support. $100,050 to University Liggett School, Grosse Pointe, MI, For operating support. $75,000 to San Francisco Artspace, San Francisco, CA, For operating support. $25,000 to Brooklyn Museum of Art, Brooklyn, NY, For operating support. $25,000 to Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village, Dearborn, MI, For operating support. $25,000 to Interfaith Center of New York, New York, NY, For operating support. $15,000 to United Way Community Services, Detroit, MI, For operating support. $12,000 to United Negro College Fund, Detroit, MI, For operating support. ------------------------------------------------- Masco Foundation (Formerly Masco Corporation Charitable Trust) c/o Comerica Bank P.O. Box 75000, M.C. 3302 Detroit, MI 48275 Contact: Karyn Lewis Application address: 21001 Van Born Rd., Taylor, MI 48180, tel.: (313) 274-7400 Donor(s): Masco Corp. Type of grantmaker: Company-sponsored foundation. Background: Trust established in 1952 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for museums, the performing arts, higher education, and housing development; some support also for other foundations. Fields of interest: Federated giving programs; Higher education; Housing/shelter, development; Museums; Performing arts. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals, or for endowments; no loans. Application information: Applicants should submit the following: 1) detailed description of project and amount of funding requested 2) copy of most recent annual report/audited financial statement/990 Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Trustee: Comerica Bank. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $13,081,088 (M); expenditures, $1,344,466; total giving, $1,317,000; qualifying distributions, $1,310,720; giving activities include $1,317,000 for 37 grants (high: $250,000; low: $10,000). EIN: 386043605 Sponsoring company information: Masco Corporation Taylor, MI Company URL: http://www.masco.com Business activities: Manufactures building and home improvement products. Financial profile for 2000: Assets, $7,885,100,000; sales volume, $7,243,000,000 Fortune 500 ranking: 2000-255th in revenues, 182nd in profits, and 286th in assets Forbes 500 ranking: 2000-245th in sales, 181st in net profits, 359th in assets Corporate officers: Richard A. Manoogian, Chair. and C.E.O.; Wayne B. Lyon, Pres. and C.O.O.; Richard G. Mosteller, Sr. V.P., Finance, and C.F.O.; Daniel R. Foley, V.P., Human Resources; John C. Nicholls, Jr., Treas. Subsidiaries and/or Divisions: Alson's Corp., Covina, CA; American Metal Products, Los Angeles, CA; Aqua Glass Corp., Adamsville, TN; Baldwin Hardware Corp., Reading, PA; The Berkline Corp., Morristown, TN; Brass-Craft Mfg. Co., Southfield, MI; Delta Faucet Co., Indianapolis, Indiana; Drexel Heritage Furniture, Drexel, NC; Fieldstone Cabinetry, Inc., Northwood, IA; Flint and Walling Industries, Inc., Kendallville, Indiana; Henredon Furniture Industries Inc., Morganton, NC; Hickory Craft, Inc., Hickory, NC; La Barge Mirrors, Inc., Holland, MI; Marbro Lamp Co., Inc., Los Angeles, CA; The Marvel Group, Inc., Chicago, IL; Merillat Industries, Adrian, MI; NI Industries, Inc., Long Beach, CA; Thermador/Waste King, Los Angeles, CA; Trayco, Inc., Lapeer, MI; Universal Furniture Ltd., High Point, NC; Watkins Manufacturing Corp., Carlsbad, CA; Winfield Lock, Costa Mesa, CA. Plants and/or Offices: Huntington Beach, CA; South Gate, CA. Giving statement: Giving through a corporate giving program and a foundation. ------------------------------------------------- Margaret McNally Memorial Fund c/o Citizens Bank 101 N. Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 Telephone: (989) 776-7362 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1985 in MI. Fields of interest: Eye diseases; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Giving limited to Saginaw County, MI. Application information: Application form required. Deadline(s): None Trustee: Citizens Bank. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $116,607 (M); expenditures, $5,684; total giving, $3,549; qualifying distributions, $5,314; giving activities include $3,549 for grants. EIN: 386234122 ------------------------------------------------- The Meijer Foundation P.O. Box 2281 Grand Rapids, MI 49501 Donor(s): Frederik G.H. Meijer; Meijer, Inc. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1990 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily to a horticultural society, and to a charitable trust; funding also for community foundations and an art museum. Fields of interest: Botanical gardens; Foundations (community); Horticulture/garden clubs; Museums (art). Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Grand Rapids, MI, some giving also in Greenville, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Trustee: Frederik G.H. Meijer. Financial data: (yr. ended 09/30/00): Assets, $33,473,313 (M); gifts received, $7,000,000; expenditures, $10,442,985; total giving, $10,238,836; qualifying distributions, $10,238,836; giving activities include $10,238,836 for 6 grants (high: $5,075,000; low: $32,845). EIN: 386575227 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $3,823,173 to West Michigan Horticultural Society, Grand Rapids, MI, For Frederik Meijer Gardens. $3,381,020 to Frederik Meijer Charitable Trust, Grand Rapids, MI, For Frederik Meijer Gardens. $500,000 to Grand Rapids Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI. $364,030 to Fred Meijer Heartland Trail, Friends of the, Edmore, MI. $258,650 to Michigan Botanic Garden Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI. $25,000 to Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon, MI. $500 to Greenville Area Foundation, Greenville, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Morley Foundation (Formerly Morley Brothers Foundation) P.O. Box 2485 Saginaw, MI 48605-2485 Telephone: (517) 753-3438 Contact: Robert S. Morley, Pres. Donor(s): Ralph Chase Morley, Sr.+; Mrs. Ralph Chase Morley, Sr.+. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Incorporated in 1948 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for arts and culture, including museums and fine arts, secondary and higher education, organizations providing assistance to students, youth and welfare, health and hospitals, community development, and civic improvement. Ninety-five percent of grants are restricted to the greater Saginaw County, Michigan, area. Fields of interest: Arts; Business school/education; Children/youth, services; Community development; Education; Elementary school/education; General charitable giving; Health care; Health organizations; Higher education; Hospitals (general); Human services; Museums; Performing arts; Secondary school/education. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Building/renovation, Capital campaigns, Continuing support, Emergency funds, Employee matching gifts, Equipment, General/operating support, Matching/challenge support, Program development, Research, Seed money. Limitations: Giving primarily in the greater Saginaw County, MI, area. No grants to individuals, or for endowment funds, deficit financing, land acquisition, renovation projects, publications, or conferences; no loans. Publications: Informational brochure, application guidelines. Application information: No renewal grants will be made for longer than 3 years. Application form required. Initial approach: Letter Copies of proposal: 1 Board meeting date(s): Feb., May, Aug., and Nov. Deadline(s): None Final notification: 3 months Officers and Trustees:* Robert S. Morley,* Pres.; Lucy M. Thomson,* V.P.; Lois K. Guttowsky,* Secy.; Mark B. Morley,* Treas.; Carol Morley Beck; Michael M. Brand; Burrows Morley, Jr.; Christopher Morley; David H. Morley; George B. Morley, Jr.; Katharyn Morley; Peter B. Morley; Richard B. Thomson, Jr. Number of staff: 1 part-time professional. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $6,579,325 (M); gifts received, $1,242; expenditures, $471,983; total giving, $383,520; qualifying distributions, $415,959; giving activities include $383,520 for grants (average: $200-$25,000). EIN: 386055569 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $25,000 to Camp Westminster, Detroit, MI, For camp repairs. $25,000 to Historical Society of Saginaw County, Saginaw, MI, For room renovation. $20,000 to City Rescue Mission of Saginaw, Saginaw, MI for 2 grants: $10,000 (For new building campaign), $10,000 (For building furnishings). $20,000 to YMCA of Saginaw, Saginaw, MI, For cardiovascular addition. $17,500 to Teen Challenge of Saginaw, Saginaw, MI, For new building campaign. $17,000 to Saginaw Valley Zoological Society, Saginaw, MI, For carousel building. $15,000 to Saginaw Community Foundation, Saginaw, MI, For building. $14,000 to Michigan Colleges Foundation, Southfield, MI, For endowment funds. $8,600 to United Way of Saginaw County, Saginaw, MI, For general support. ------------------------------------------------- The Mosaic Foundation of R. & P. Heydon 2394 Winewood St. P.O. Box 7801 Ann Arbor, MI 48107-7801 Contact: Peter N. Heydon, Dir. Donor(s): Kenneth F. Montgomery; Peter N. Heydon; Henrietta M. Heydon. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1990 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the arts, and education. Fields of interest: Animals/wildlife; Arts; Elementary/secondary education; Environment; Higher education; Human services; Media, radio; Museums. Limitations: Applications not accepted. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Directors: James R. Beuche; Henrietta M. Heydon; Peter N. Heydon. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $3,238,034 (M); gifts received, $15,756; expenditures, $272,310; total giving, $248,247; qualifying distributions, $367,754; giving activities include $248,247 for 99 grants (high: $30,000; low: $100). EIN: 382910797 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $30,000 to Teach for America. $26,200 to Folger Shakespeare Library, DC. $26,125 to National Public Radio (NPR), DC. $10,000 to Performance Network of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI. $7,500 to Northfield Mount Hermon School, Northfield, MA. $5,000 to Artrain, Ann Arbor, MI. $5,000 to Purple Rose Theater Company, Chelsea, MI. $4,650 to Ann Arbor Summer Festival, Ann Arbor, MI. $3,500 to Lar Lubovitch Dance Company, New York, NY. $3,100 to Peace Neighborhood Center, Ann Arbor, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Muskegon Medical Foundation, Inc. c/o Hackley Hospital 1700 Clinton St. Muskegon, MI 49442-5502 Telephone: (231) 728-4652 Contact: Barbara Hansen, Exec. Secy. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Fields of interest: Education; Health care; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support, Scholarship funds. Limitations: Giving limited to Muskegon County, MI. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers: A. Scott Lachniet, M.D., Pres.; Frank L. Pettinga, V.P.; Barbara Hansen, Exec. Secy.; C. Robert Alkema, M.D., Secy.; James J. Rice, M.D., Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $436,897 (M); expenditures, $26,337; total giving, $18,250; qualifying distributions, $18,250; giving activities include $18,250 for grants. EIN: 386102452 ------------------------------------------------- Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation c/o Seymour K. Padnos P.O. Box 1979 Holland, MI 49422-1979 Donor(s): Seymour Padnos; Esther Padnos. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1992 in MI. Fields of interest: Arts; Children/youth, services; Health organizations; Jewish agencies & temples; Museums. Geographic focus: National Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving on a national basis. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Seymour Padnos, Pres.; Esther Padnos, Secy.-Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $681,200 (M); expenditures, $34,136; total giving, $19,911; qualifying distributions, $19,921; giving activities include $19,911 for 67 grants (high: $3,000; low: $25). EIN: 383072505 ------------------------------------------------- The Pyle Foundation 3020 Charlevoix Dr. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Donor(s): Owen Pyle, Jr.; Margaret Pyle. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1986 in MI. Fields of interest: Arts; Education; General charitable giving; Human services; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Trustees: Margaret Pyle; Owen Pyle, Jr. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $495,637 (M); expenditures, $128,962; total giving, $87,985; qualifying distributions, $87,985; giving activities include $87,985 for grants. EIN: 382678280 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $28,000 to Community Foundation, Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI. $22,000 to Newcomb Memorial Trust Fund. $5,000 to University of Michigan, School of Business, Ann Arbor, MI. $4,000 to Mackinac Center for Public Policy, Midland, MI. $2,000 to Childrens Assessment Center, Grand Rapids, MI. $2,000 to East Grand Rapids Schools Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI. $2,000 to Planned Parenthood Centers of West Michigan, Grand Rapids, MI. $1,650 to Public Museum Foundation of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI. $1,000 to Gildas Club Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI. $1,000 to Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra, Grand Rapids, MI. ------------------------------------------------- RNR Foundation, Inc. c/o Richard Lord 3025 Exmoor Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Donor(s): Rhoda Newberry Reed. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1994 in FL. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for education and human services. Fields of interest: Education; Foundations (public); Human services; Museums (art). Geographic focus: Florida; Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in FL and MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: David Lord, Pres.; Charles Lord, V.P.; Edith Lord-Wolff, Secy.; Richard Lord, Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 07/31/00): Assets, $11,310,760 (M); expenditures, $508,744; total giving, $345,496; qualifying distributions, $397,042; giving activities include $345,496 for 7 grants (high: $151,974; low: $10,094). EIN: 650539370 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $149,405 to Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation, Reed Community Education Center, Clearwater, FL. $54,330 to Pikes Peak Community Foundation, Colorado Springs, CO, For affordable housing project. $51,412 to Gulf Coast Museum of Art, Belleair, FL, For Rhoda Reed exhibition gallery. $35,850 to Jodi House, Jodi House for Acquired Brain Injuries, Santa Barbara, CA. $33,863 to Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, Ann Arbor, MI, For Youth Volunteer Corps, Girl Project and AACF Folk programs. $23,231 to Help Source, For residential improvement programs and Big Brothers project. $22,481 to Salvation Army. $8,402 to Insite Mentoring Program, Ann Arbor, MI, For programs. $6,898 to Family Service Agency of Genesee County, Flint, MI, For Teen Outreach Project. ------------------------------------------------- Saddle Foundation c/0 Erik H. Serr, Miller Canfield 101 N. Main St., 7th Fl. Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1400 Donor(s): Kathryn W. Holmes. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1997 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for arts, higher education, and human services. Fields of interest: Animals/wildlife, preservation/protection; Children/youth, services; Children, services; Environment, natural resources; Foundations (community); Health care, patient services; Higher education, university; Human services; Museums (specialized); YM/YWCAs & YM/YWHAs. Geographic focus: California; Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in San Francisco, CA, and MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officer: Kathryn W. Holmes, Pres. Director: Howard "Howdy" S. Holmes. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $5,637,258 (M); expenditures, $411,812; total giving, $400,000; qualifying distributions, $397,900; giving activities include $400,000 for 10 grants (high: $50,000; low: $10,000). EIN: 383347262 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $100,000 to United Methodist Retirement Communities, Chelsea, MI. $100,000 to Wildlife Conservation Society, Bronx, NY. $100,000 to YMCA, San Francisco Metropolitan, San Francisco, CA. $50,000 to Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, Ann Arbor, MI. $50,000 to Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor, MI. $50,000 to Make-A-Wish Foundation, Lansing, MI. $40,000 to University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI. ------------------------------------------------- William & Sarah Seidman Foundation 700 36th St., S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49548 Contact: Hank Van Ee FAX: (616) 241-3591 Donor(s): L. William Seidman; Sarah B. Seidman. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1958 in MI. Fields of interest: Higher education; Museums. Geographic focus: National Types of support: General/operating support. Limitations: Giving on a national basis. No grants to individuals. Application information: Application form not required. Deadline(s): None Trustees: L. William Seidman; Sarah B. Seidman. Number of staff: 1 part-time professional. Financial data: (yr. ended 04/30/01): Assets, $599,158 (M); expenditures, $31,471; total giving, $29,250; qualifying distributions, $29,250; giving activities include $29,250 for grants. EIN: 386075216 ------------------------------------------------- The Nate S. and Ruth B. Shapero Foundation 2290 First National Bldg. Detroit, MI 48226 Donor(s): Nate S. Shapero+. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1949 in MI. Purpose and activities: Funding primarily for Jewish federated study programs, Jewish agencies and temples and human services. Fields of interest: Arts; Education; Higher education; Human services; Humanities; Jewish agencies & temples; Jewish federated giving programs; Museums; Performing arts; Performing arts, music; Visual arts. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: General/operating support, Matching/challenge support. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officer and Trustees:* Marianne S. Schwartz,* Chair.; Marc A. Schwartz; Jean E. Shapero. Number of staff: 1 part-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 04/30/99): Assets, $2,667,316 (M); expenditures, $2,667,316; total giving, $232,840; qualifying distributions, $235,395; giving activities include $232,840 for 59 grants (high: $55,000; low: $100). EIN: 386041567 ------------------------------------------------- Gilbert B. & Lila Silverman Foundation 26500 Telegraph Rd. Southfield, MI 48034 Donor(s): Gilbert B. Silverman; Lila Silverman. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1966. Fields of interest: Arts; Health organizations; Jewish agencies & temples; Jewish federated giving programs; Medical research; Museums (ethnic/folk arts). Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in Detroit, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Gilbert B. Silverman, Pres.; Lila Silverman, V.P. and Secy. Financial data: (yr. ended 09/30/00): Assets, $641,592 (M); gifts received, $115,000; expenditures, $128,688; total giving, $114,372; qualifying distributions, $117,372; giving activities include $114,372 for 55 grants (high: $37,200; low: $32). EIN: 381796145 ------------------------------------------------- Slemons Foundation c/o Standard Federal, Wealth Management P.O. Box 1707 Grand Rapids, MI 49501-1707 Contact: Brian Heaney, Pres. Additional address: c/o Kate Luckert, Grand Rapids Community Foundation, 209C Waters Bldg., Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Donor(s): Elmer & Mabel Slemons Trust. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Purpose and activities: Support primarily for a library foundation, a Congregational church , and human services. Fields of interest: Community development; Health organizations; Human services; Libraries (public); Museums; Protestant agencies & churches. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Building/renovation, Capital campaigns, General/operating support, Program development. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving limited to Grand Rapids, MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Brian Heaney, Pres.; John Bergstrom, V.P.; Janet Frederick, Secy.-Treas. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 08/31/01): Assets, $22,634 (M); gifts received, $558,000; expenditures, $580,386; total giving, $534,000; qualifying distributions, $534,000; giving activities include $534,000 for 29 grants (high: $75,000; low: $1,500). EIN: 386107913 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $50,000 to Ryerson Library Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For children's picture book area. $35,000 to Public Museum of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For Mysteries of Egypt exhibit. $21,000 to Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth, Grand Rapids, MI, For building project. $20,000 to Childrens Assessment Center, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $20,000 to Recuperation Center, Grand Rapids, MI, For building project. $15,000 to Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For Ken-O-Sha Outdoor Program. $15,000 to Pediatric Asthma Network of West Michigan, Grand Rapids, MI, For asthma educator. $10,000 to Pathfinder Resources, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $9,000 to Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI, For general support. $7,750 to Grand Rapids Childrens Museum, Grand Rapids, MI, For summer outreach program. ------------------------------------------------- Melvyn Maxwell & Sara Smith Foundation 32710 Franklin Rd. Franklin, MI 48025 Donor(s): Robert N. Smith. Type of grantmaker: Operating foundation. Background: Established in 1997 in MI. Purpose and activities: the foundation operates and maintains a historic Frank Lloyd House for charitable and educational purposes. Fields of interest: Museums. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officer: Marvin S. Shwedel, Mgr. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $1,434,898 (M); gifts received, $141,305; expenditures, $120,635; total giving, $200; qualifying distributions, $120,680; giving activities include $200 for grants and $120,620 for 1foundation-administered program. EIN: 383335149 ------------------------------------------------- The Helmut Stern Foundation P.O. Box 1733 Ann Arbor, MI 48106 Telephone: (734) 663-2455 Contact: Helmut F. Stern, Pres. Donor(s): Helmut F. Stern. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1983 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for higher education; support also for social services, museums, hospitals, and conservation. Fields of interest: Arts; Education; Environment, natural resources; Higher education; Hospitals (general); Human services; Medical school/education; Museums. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Fellowships, Land acquisition, Scholarship funds. Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officer: Helmut F. Stern, Pres. Financial data: (yr. ended 11/30/00): Assets, $3,030,308 (M); expenditures, $438,612; total giving, $433,500; qualifying distributions, $433,500; giving activities include $433,500 for grants (high: $225,000; low: $500). EIN: 382515772 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $225,000 to Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $120,000 to University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $25,000 to Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Minneapolis, MN, For operating support. $20,000 to United Way, Washtenaw, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $10,000 to Greenhills School, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $5,000 to American Council of Learned Societies, New York, NY, For operating support. $5,000 to Great Lakes Performing Artist Associates, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $5,000 to Humane Society of Huron Valley, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $5,000 to Personalized Nursing Service, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. $1,000 to Planned Parenthood of Mid-Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, For operating support. ------------------------------------------------- Summerfield Family Foundation c/o Bank One 900 Tower Dr., 1st Fl. Troy, MI 48098 Contact: Diane Lindholm, V.P., Bank One Application address: c/o Bank One, 111 E. Court St., Flint, MI 48502, tel.: (810) 237-3791 Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1997 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the fine and performing arts. Fields of interest: Museums; Performing arts, music. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Trustees: Arthur E. Summerfield, Jr.; Bank One. Financial data: (yr. ended 07/31/00): Assets, $162,063 (M); expenditures, $15,398; total giving, $12,150; qualifying distributions, $13,044; giving activities include $12,150 for 21 grants (high: $3,200; low: $50). EIN: 386689271 ------------------------------------------------- The Taubman Endowment for the Arts P.O. Box 200 200 E. Long Lake Rd., Ste. 300 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 Telephone: (248) 258-7207 Contact: Fred Henshaw FAX: (248) 258-7476 Donor(s): A. Alfred Taubman. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1985 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for arts and cultural institutes. Fields of interest: Arts; Higher education; Museums. Geographic focus: District of Columbia; Michigan; New York Limitations: Giving primarily in Washington, DC, Detroit, MI, and New York, NY. No grants to individuals. Application information: Initial approach: Proposal Officers and Trustees:* A. Alfred Taubman,* Chair., Pres., and Treas.; Jeffrey H. Miro,* Secy. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $6,472 (M); gifts received, $174,053; expenditures, $174,065; total giving, $172,500; qualifying distributions, $174,051; giving activities include $172,500 for 26 grants (high: $40,000; low: $100). EIN: 382590370 ------------------------------------------------- U.S.-China Cultural Foundation 771 Fisher Rd. Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 Donor(s): Shirley Young. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1993 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving for art and cultural programs, education, and humanitarian causes. Fields of interest: Arts; China; Higher education; International human rights; Museums. Geographic focus: National; international Limitations: Applications not accepted. Giving in China and the U.S., with some emphasis on NY and MI. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officer and Trustees:* Shirley Young,* Pres.; Doug Hsieh; Min-Duo Li; Gene Young. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $1,731,770 (M); gifts received, $378,400; expenditures, $20,000; total giving, $14,881; qualifying distributions, $20,000; giving activities include $14,881 for 5 grants (high: $8,931; low: $150). EIN: 383155351 ------------------------------------------------- Jay and Betty Van Andel Foundation 2905 Lucerne S.E., Ste. 220 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Telephone: (616) 787-6224 Contact: Jay Van Andel, Pres. Additional tel.: (616) 787-6505 Donor(s): Jay Van Andel; Betty Jean Van Andel; Amway Corp. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1963. Purpose and activities: Emphasis on Christian religious activities, including higher and secondary education; giving also for a museum foundation and other cultural programs. Fields of interest: Arts; Christian agencies & churches; Higher education; Museums; Secondary school/education. Geographic focus: Michigan Limitations: Giving primarily in MI, with some emphasis on Grand Rapids. No grants to individuals. Application information: Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers and Trustees:* Jay Van Andel,* Pres.; David Van Andel, V.P.; Allan Engel,* Secy. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/99): Assets, $116,584,888 (M); expenditures, $29,194,129; total giving, $28,545,056; qualifying distributions, $28,386,729; giving activities include $28,545,056 for 108 grants (high: $25,652,256; low: $100; average: $1,000-$50,000). EIN: 237066716 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 1999. $250,000 to Grand Rapids Christian School Association, Grand Rapids, MI, For Performing Arts Center. $125,000 to Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids, MI, For final payment of pledge for Dutch Art Exhibit. $90,000 to Opera Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI for 2 grants: $50,000, $40,000 (For production). $50,000 to Calvin Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, MI, For Missions Institute. $50,000 to Creation Research Society, Chino Valley, AZ, For annual support. $50,000 to Gospel Communications International, Muskegon, MI, For Gospel Communications Network. $50,000 to Hour of Power, Garden Grove, CA, For annual support. $44,000 to LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, MI, For general operating support. $35,000 to Christian Schools International Foundation, Grand Rapids, MI, For endowment fund. ------------------------------------------------- The Alvin and Edith Wasserman Family Education Foundation 5352 Woodlands Estates Dr. N. Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Donor(s): Alvin Wasserman; Edith Wasserman. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1997 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for arts and culture and Jewish organizations. Fields of interest: Arts; Higher education, university; Jewish agencies & temples; Jewish federated giving programs; Museums (science/technology); Performing arts, orchestra (symphony). Limitations: Applications not accepted. No grants to individuals. Application information: Contributes only to pre-selected organizations. Officers: Alvin Wasserman, Chair.; Edith Wasserman, Pres. and Treas.; Gary L. Wasserman, V.P.; Rodger D. Wasserman, V.P.; Linda Wasserman Aviv, Secy. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $1,177,074 (M); expenditures, $80,060; total giving, $64,000; qualifying distributions, $64,000; giving activities include $64,000 for grants. EIN: 383343567 ------------------------------------------------- Wege Foundation P.O. Box 6388 Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6388 Telephone: (616) 957-0616 Contact: Ellen Satterlee, Exec. Dir. FAX: (616) 957-1016 Donor(s): Peter M. Wege. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established about 1967 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily to museums, performing arts, health and human services, youth, and Christian agencies. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Christian agencies & churches; Community development; Elementary/secondary education; Environment, natural resources; Higher education; Hospitals (general); Human services; Museums; Performing arts. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Building/renovation, Capital campaigns, Curriculum development, Endowments, Equipment, Matching/challenge support, Program development. Limitations: Giving primarily in greater Kent County, MI, with emphasis on the Grand Rapids area. No grants to individuals, or for operating budgets. Publications: Application guidelines, annual report. Application information: Accepts CMF Common Grant Application Form. Application form not required. Initial approach: Proposal Copies of proposal: 1 Deadline(s): Sept. 15 and Feb. 15 Officers and Directors:* Peter M. Wege,* Pres.; Peter M. Wege II,* V.P.; W. Michael Van Haren,* Secy.; Ellen Satterlee, Treas. and Exec. Dir.; Mary Nelson; Christopher Wege; Diana Wege; Jonathan Wege. Number of staff: 1 full-time professional; 2 part-time support. Financial data: (yr. ended 12/31/00): Assets, $187,459,935 (M); expenditures, $10,733,882; total giving, $9,604,259; qualifying distributions, $9,632,252; giving activities include $9,604,259 for 106 grants (high: $1,560,000; low: $454; average: $10,000-$200,000). EIN: 386124363 Selected grants: The following grants were reported in 2000. $764,200 to Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids, MI. $531,830 to Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra, Grand Rapids, MI. $382,635 to Saint Stephens Catholic Church, Grand Rapids, MI. $371,000 to Diocese of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI. $250,000 to Family Life Center, Grand Rapids, MI. $193,880 to Franciscan Life Process Child Development Center, Lowell, MI. $188,500 to Heartside Ministry, Grand Rapids, MI. $120,000 to Wealthy Theater, Grand Rapids, MI. $30,000 to Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand Rapids, MI. $30,000 to Saint Cecilia Music Society, Grand Rapids, MI. ------------------------------------------------- Wilkinson Foundation c/o Comerica Bank-Detroit P.O. Box 75000, MC 3302 Detroit, MI 48275 Contact: Warren S. Wilkinson, Treas. Application address: 2 Woodland Pl., Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 FAX: (248) 645-6741 Donor(s): Warren S. Wilkinson. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1986 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the arts, education, health, human services, and the environment. Fields of interest: Animals/wildlife, preservation/protection; Arts; Civil liberties, advocacy; Environment; Environment, natural resources; Higher education; History/archaeology; Hospitals (general); Human services; Libraries/library science; Museums; Museums (history); Recreation, parks/playgrounds; Secondary school/education. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Capital campaigns, Continuing support, Endowments, Program development, Seed money. Limitations: Giving primarily in southeastern MI. Application information: Application form not required. Board meeting date(s): Feb., May, Aug., and Nov. Deadline(s): None Final notification: After board meetings Officers and Trustees:* Todd S. Wilkinson,* Pres.; Guerin S. Wilkinson,* Secy.; Warren S. Wilkinson,* Treas. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 01/31/99): Assets, $3,549,427 (M); expenditures, $186,431; total giving, $148,016; qualifying distributions, $147,749; giving activities include $148,016 for 60 grants (high: $25,000; low: $100; average: $50-$15,000). EIN: 386497639 ------------------------------------------------- Jean & Lewis Wolff Family Foundation c/o Comerica Bank P.O. Box 75000 Detroit, MI 48275-3302 Contact: Keith Wolff, C.F.O. Application address: 11828 Lagrange Ave., Ste. 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Donor(s): Jean Wolff; Lewis Wolff. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1998 in CA. Purpose and activities: Support primarily for museums. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Jewish federated giving programs; Museums; Protestant agencies & churches. Geographic focus: California Limitations: Giving primarily in CA. Application information: Application form not required. Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers: Lewis Wolff, Pres.; Jean Wolff, V.P.; Kevin Wolff, V.P.; Kari Wolff Goldstein, Secy.; Keith Wolff, C.F.O. and Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 05/31/99): Assets, $1,897,753 (M); gifts received, $83,915; expenditures, $93,810; total giving, $91,000; qualifying distributions, $91,010; giving activities include $91,000 for 12 grants (high: $40,000; low: $100). EIN: 954679221 -End- Copyright © 2002 The Foundation Center 2 Woodland Pl., Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 FAX: (248) 645-6741 Donor(s): Warren S. Wilkinson. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1986 in MI. Purpose and activities: Giving primarily for the arts, education, health, human services, and the environment. Fields of interest: Animals/wildlife, preservation/protection; Arts; Civil liberties, advocacy; Environment; Environment, natural resources; Higher education; History/archaeology; Hospitals (general); Human services; Libraries/library science; Museums; Museums (history); Recreation, parks/playgrounds; Secondary school/education. Geographic focus: Michigan Types of support: Annual campaigns, Capital campaigns, Continuing support, Endowments, Program development, Seed money. Limitations: Giving primarily in southeastern MI. Application information: Application form not required. Board meeting date(s): Feb., May, Aug., and Nov. Deadline(s): None Final notification: After board meetings Officers and Trustees:* Todd S. Wilkinson,* Pres.; Guerin S. Wilkinson,* Secy.; Warren S. Wilkinson,* Treas. Number of staff: None. Financial data: (yr. ended 01/31/99): Assets, $3,549,427 (M); expenditures, $186,431; total giving, $148,016; qualifying distributions, $147,749; giving activities include $148,016 for 60 grants (high: $25,000; low: $100; average: $50-$15,000). EIN: 386497639 ------------------------------------------------- Jean & Lewis Wolff Family Foundation c/o Comerica Bank P.O. Box 75000 Detroit, MI 48275-3302 Contact: Keith Wolff, C.F.O. Application address: 11828 Lagrange Ave., Ste. 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Donor(s): Jean Wolff; Lewis Wolff. Type of grantmaker: Independent foundation. Background: Established in 1998 in CA. Purpose and activities: Support primarily for museums. Fields of interest: Children/youth, services; Jewish federated giving programs; Museums; Protestant agencies & churches. Geographic focus: California Limitations: Giving primarily in CA. Application information: Application form not required. Initial approach: Letter Deadline(s): None Officers: Lewis Wolff, Pres.; Jean Wolff, V.P.; Kevin Wolff, V.P.; Kari Wolff Goldstein, Secy.; Keith Wolff, C.F.O. and Treas. Financial data: (yr. ended 05/31/99): Assets, $1,897,753 (M); gifts received, $83,915; expenditures, $93,810; total giving, $91,000; qualifying distributions, $91,010; giving activities include $91,000 for 12 grants (high: $40,000; low: $100). EIN: 954679221 -End- Copyright © 2002 The Foundation Center