Called to Serve
Invitation OnlyTroy, Michigan · EIN 38-3621927 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $150 and $587.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | Medical care for fragile areas | $5,000 |
| Manna Meals | Detroit, MI | Detroit soup kitchen | $5,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | Detroit, MI | Emergency food distributions | $587 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General fund | $300 |
| St Patrick Senior Center | Detroit, MI | Serving the elderly | $225 |
| Detroit Justice Center | Detroit, MI | Provides bail bond for poor | $200 |
| Corner Shower and Laundry | Detroit, MI | General fund | $150 |
| Mackinaw Area Historical | Mackinaw City, MI | General fund | $75 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,037 | 9 |
| 2021 | $16,600 | 56 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed May 20, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202431419349101218
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3621927
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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