Fenton Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyTroy, Michigan · EIN 38-3560871 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$222K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $125 and $1,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Animal Rescue League | Pontiac, MI | General | $200,000 |
| Mi Thanksgiving Day Parade | Detroit, MI | General | $10,400 |
| The National Ms Society | New York City, NY | General | $2,500 |
| Fisher Theater | Detroit, MI | General | $1,900 |
| Michigan Stage | Royal Oak, MI | General | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Jacksonville, FL | General | $1,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries | Detroit, MI | General | $1,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | Taylor, MI | General | $1,000 |
| American Brain Tumor Association | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Detroit, MI | General | $1,000 |
| Gmhc | New York, NY | General | $529 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Detroit, MI | General | $367 |
| Walloon Lake Association & Conservancy | Walloon Lake, MI | General | $125 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | Harbor Springs, MI | General | $100 |
| Greenwood Cemetery | Petoskey, MI | General | $100 |
| Detroit Yacht Club | Detroit, MI | General | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $222,121 | 16 |
| 2024 | $68,458 | 14 |
| 2023 | $59,996 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612059349101101
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3560871
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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