First Federal of Northern Michigan Legacy Foundation
Historical FunderAlpena, Michigan · EIN 20-2531733 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2023):
| Contact | MICHAEL MAHLER |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 S SECOND AVE, ALPENA MI 49707 |
| Phone | 9893547319 |
| Form and materials | GRANT APPLICATION, BUDGETS, CURRENT LIST OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND IRS 501(C)(3)DETERMINATION LETTER. |
| Deadlines | GRANT APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE FIRST WORKING DAY OF MARCH, JUNE, SEPTEMBER OR DECEMBER T |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE CONSIDERED FOR ORGANIZATIONS WITH IRS 501(C)(3) STATUS LOCATED IN A 12 COUNTY AREA OF NORTHEAST MICHIGAN. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Alpena | Alpena, MI | Culligan plaza grant | $85,366 |
| Thunder Bay Theatre | Alpena, MI | Grant | $35,000 |
| Alpena Youth Center | Alpena, MI | Expansion grant | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Alpena | Alpena, MI | Grant | $10,000 |
| The Sunset Project | Alpena, MI | Grant | $10,000 |
| Thunder Bay River Center | Alpena, MI | Grant | $10,000 |
| United Way of Ne Michigan | Alpena, MI | Grant | $5,830 |
| County of Alpena | Alpena, MI | Grant | $5,000 |
| Thunder Bay Brown Trout | Alpena, MI | Grant | $5,000 |
| Long Rapids Township | Lachine, MI | Rope rescue harness upgrade | $4,315 |
| Rogers City Police Department | Rogers City, MI | Grant | $4,000 |
| Headwaters Land Conservancy | Gaylord, MI | Nature clean up/trails | $3,500 |
| Community Foundation for Ne Mi | Alpena, MI | Scholarships | $2,822 |
| Alpena Street Performers | Alpena, MI | Music in downtown area | $2,000 |
| Charter Township of Alpena Fd | Alpena, MI | Grant | $2,000 |
| Friends of Tb National Marine Sanctuary | Alpena, MI | Grant | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Northeast Mi | Alpena, MI | Grant | $2,000 |
| Hubbard Lake Bible Church Food Pant | Hubbard Lake, MI | Grant | $2,000 |
| Iosco County Coats for Kids | Tawas City, MI | Coats for "big" kids | $2,000 |
| Alpena County Library | Alpena, MI | Grant | $1,000 |
| Bay View Center | Alpena, MI | Grant | $500 |
| Foster Closet of Northern Michigan | Alpena, MI | Grant | $500 |
| Lydia's Gate | Mio, MI | Grant | $495 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $215,328 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Feb 1, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202430329349100603
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-2531733
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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