George M and Jo Elyn Nyman Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyBirmingham, Michigan · EIN 81-7061598 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$325K
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
3% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Higher education | $150,000 |
| Jewish Fed of Metro Detroit | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Community outreach | $42,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Art | Detroit, MI | Community art museum | $27,150 |
| Aclu Fund of Michigan | Detroit, MI | Defense of civil liberties | $15,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Detroit, MI | Performing arts | $15,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Interest free loans to the jewish community | $10,000 |
| Detroit Public Television | Wixom, MI | Public television | $5,000 |
| Detroit Riverfront Conservancy | Detroit, MI | Community restoration | $5,000 |
| Holocaust Memorial Center (Zekelman) | Farmington Hills, MI | Holocaust museum | $5,000 |
| Michigan Opera Theater | Detroit, MI | Performing arts | $5,000 |
| Michigan Radio 909 Wrcj | Ann Arbor, MI | Public radio | $5,000 |
| Orchards Childrens Services | Southfield, MI | Services to children and families | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Oak Park, MI | Jewsih community services | $5,000 |
| Detroit Jewish Film Festival | West Bloomfield, MI | Support of the jewsih film and theater programs | $2,500 |
| Jewish Community Center | West Bloomfield, MI | Physical, social, spiritual and educational programs and community | $2,500 |
| The Friendship Circle | West Bloomfield Twp, MI | Support for individuals with speacial needs | $2,500 |
| Tucson Museum of Art | Tucson, AZ | Art museum | $2,500 |
| Gersher Human Services | Southfield, MI | Career development, behavioral health and residential services | $2,500 |
| Alternatives for Girls | Detroit, MI | Shelter and crisis support | $2,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission | Detroit, MI | Outreach for the abused and disadvantaged | $2,000 |
| Gleaners Oakland | Detroit, MI | Food bank | $2,000 |
| Hillel | Ann Arbor, MI | Jewish student support | $2,000 |
| Lighthouse | Pontiac, MI | Community services | $2,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Oak Park, MI | Food bank | $2,000 |
| Far Conservatory | Birmingham, MI | Assistance for people with disabilities | $1,500 |
| National Council of Jewish Women (Ncjw) | Southfield, MI | Outreach for social needs and community services | $1,200 |
| Cranbrook Art Museum | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Art museum | $1,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | Harbor Springs, MI | Land protection for northern michigan | $1,000 |
| Wdet Detroit Public Radio | Detroit, MI | Public radio | $1,000 |
| Yad Ezra | Berkley, MI | Food bank | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $325,350 | 30 |
| 2023 | $294,200 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503109349100520
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-7061598
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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