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Michigan foundations

There are 4,860foundations and grantmaking organizations in Michigan. Combined, these Michiganianfoundationsemploy 3,009 people, earn more than $4 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $42 billion.
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Types of foundations in Michigan

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Private foundations
3,692
$3,210,428,001
Grantmaking public charity foundations
568
$932,567,966
Community foundations
174
$553,338,323
Organizations supporting multiple foundations
121
$10,032,252
Corporate foundations
108
$1,347,245,081
Organizations supporting a single foundation
31
$4,407,800
Foundation professional societies
10
$8,315,906
Foundation alliances and advocates
4
$0
Foundation technical and management assistance providers
2
$0
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Foundations by major Michigan cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Detroit
2,271
$1,564,026,530
Grand Rapids
550
$652,321,074
Ann Arbor
259
$124,309,075
Hartford
187
$136,216,965
Flint
171
$208,350,371
Kalamazoo
140
$226,587,787
Saginaw
89
$29,446,542
Jackson, MI
73
$25,280,782
Niles
62
$33,416,667
Midland, MI
60
$165,271,671
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Job trends for Michigan foundations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
2,393
1-10
168
11-25
27
26-100
18
101 to 1,000
6
1,000+
0
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Sizes of foundations in Michigan

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
2,501
$250k to $1M
425
$1M to $5M
249
$5M to $25M
93
$25M to $100M
23
$100M+
7
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Directory of foundations in Michigan

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1-20 of 4,860

Kresge Foundation

To expand opportunities in America's cities through grantmaking and social investing in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development in Detroit.
Revenue
$245.0m
Assets
$4.0b
Employees
117
EIN
38-1359217
IRS type
501(c)(3)

U of M Health - Sparrow Foundation

Sparrow was founded on the principles of providing the highest quality, compassionate health care to everyone, every time. The Sparrow Foundation was organized more than 50 years ago to support this mission by providing much needed funds for the Hospital.
Revenue
$14.0m
Assets
$36.9m
Employees
0
EIN
38-6100687
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Grand Rapids Community Foundation

To build and manage our community's permanent endowment and lead the community to strengthen the lives of its people. We envision a magnetic and interconnected West Michigan community.
Revenue
$27.9m
Assets
$446.0m
Employees
35
EIN
38-2877959
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Central Care Management Organization

Central Care Management Organization is a private foundation that provides care management services of the Wayne County Department of Child and Family Services-Juvenile Services Division, Case Management Services. It is located in Detroit, MI.
Revenue
$11.1m
Assets
$16.0m
Employees
4
EIN
38-3050521
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation of St Clair County

Since 1944, the Community Foundation has been dedicated to building community capital through the strategic application of philanthropic funds and the passion, dedication and talents of county residents.
Revenue
$6.4m
Assets
$96.2m
Employees
17
EIN
38-1872132
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United Way for Southeastern Michigan

United Way improves communities and lives in measurable, lasting ways by funding and administering programs supporting health, well-being, equity, and education.
Revenue
$51.2m
Assets
$59.1m
Employees
261
EIN
20-3099071
IRS type
501(c)(3)

McGregor Fund

The McGregor Fund is a private foundation organized to relieve the misfortunes and promote the well-being of humankind. Grants are made in the following program areas: Human Services, Education, Health Care, Arts and Culture and Public Benefit.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$209.7m
Employees
6
EIN
38-0808800
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ralph C Wilson Jr Foundation

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation is a grant-making organization investing in the quality of life of the people of Western New York and Southeast Michigan. The Foundation began operations in 2015 to continue his legacy.
Revenue
$53.7m
Assets
$1.0b
Employees
25
EIN
45-0921232
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Council of Michigan Foundations

The Council of Michigan Foundations' (cmf) mission is to grow the impact of Michigan philanthropy. To lead, strengthen and support Michigan's community of philanthropy. Cmf's mission is to grow the impact of Michigan philanthropy.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$38.3m
Employees
35
EIN
38-6263347
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation

To enrich humanity by strengthening and empowering children and families in need. To provide for the needs of and ensuring the future of the Jewish people and to respecting our legacy and commitment to the Detroit community.
Revenue
$9.9m
Assets
$279.9m
Employees
10
EIN
38-1784340
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carls Foundation

To return benefits to his community and country, and as an expression of his appreciation for the great opportunities which America afforded him. To implement their charitable activities.
Revenue
$21.0m
Assets
$129.0m
Employees
2
EIN
38-6099935
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fred A and Barbara M Erb Family Foundation

The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation's mission is to nurture environmentally healthy and culturally vibrant communities in metro Detroit, consistent with sustainable business models, and support initiatives to restore the Great Lakes Ecosystem.
Revenue
$10.0m
Assets
$342.3m
Employees
8
EIN
20-5966333
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dresner Foundation

The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation is a private foundation located in West Bloomfield, MI. The foundation's trustees are Lori Dresner and Kevin Furlong. The foundation provides grants to Auburn Hills Community Fou.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$148.4m
Employees
17
EIN
20-5838578
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Skillman Foundation

The Skillman Foundation is committed to providing resources to improve the lives of children in metropolitan Detroit by improving their homes, schools and neighborhoods.
Revenue
$34.4m
Assets
$416.6m
Employees
20
EIN
38-1675780
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Beaumont Health Foundation

The Beaumont Health Foundation exists exclusively for the purpose of securing philanthropic gifts and grants to further the charitable purposes of Beaumont Health, to advance high quality Health care for the benefit of all members of the communities it se....
Revenue
$35.7m
Assets
$197.8m
Employees
0
EIN
36-4852171
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan enhances quality of life by facilitating permanent positive change through philanthropy. Located in Detroit, MI.
Revenue
$117.5m
Assets
$975.1m
Employees
64
EIN
38-2530980
IRS type
501(c)(3)

William Davidson Foundation

The William Davidson Foundation is a private foundation that is located in Troy, MI. The foundation made $48,050,292 in grants last year and it holds $1,142,947,495 in assets.
Revenue
$43.3m
Assets
$1.1b
Employees
18
EIN
20-3899187
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hudson-Webber Foundation

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit grant making organization, Hudson-Webber Foundation concentrates its investments in four mission areas in Detroit: Physical Revitalization, Economic Development, Safe Community, and The Arts.
Revenue
$40.0m
Assets
$187.7m
Employees
6
EIN
38-6052131
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ronda E. Stryker and William D. Johnston Foundation

The Ronda E. Stryker and William D. Johnston Foundation is a private foundation that made 73 grants last year. The foundation's trustees are Ronda E Stryker, William D Johnston, Anne E Henn.
Revenue
$56.8m
Assets
$33.1m
Employees
1
EIN
38-3224966
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bronson Health Foundation

The Bronson Health Foundation supports the health and well-being of individuals and communities in southwest Michigan.
Revenue
$8.7m
Assets
$22.7m
Employees
0
EIN
38-2415081
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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