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Invitation OnlyBloomfield Hills, Michigan · EIN 81-5411850 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$24K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$733K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $750 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
40% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Racquetup | Detroit, MI | To support the mission of this org | $5,000 |
| Ukranian Catholic University Found | Chicago, IL | To support the mission of this org | $5,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | Bloomfield Hills, MI | To support the mission of this org | $3,000 |
| VFW Home for Children | Eaton Rapids, MI | To support the mission of this org | $2,500 |
| Team Rubicon | Los Angeles, CA | To support the mission of this org | $2,000 |
| Kids on Point | Charleston, SC | To support the mission of this org | $2,000 |
| Friends in Deed | Ypsilanti, MI | To support the mission of this org | $2,000 |
| Wdet 1019 Fm (Detroit Public Radio | Detroit, MI | To support the mission of this org. | $750 |
| Michigan Radio Development | Ann Arbor, MI | To support the mission of this org | $750 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | St Paul, MN | To support the mission of this org | $750 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,750 | 10 |
| 2024 | $39,466 | 11 |
| 2023 | $22,704 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632309349100638
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-5411850
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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