Gillett Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyAda, Michigan · EIN 26-1606747 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$292K
Organizations funded37
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$6.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
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
5% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blandford Nature Center | Grand Rapids, MI | Environment | $40,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | New York, NY | Research and awareness | $25,000 |
| Grand Rapids Art Museum | Grand Rapids, MI | Museum | $20,000 |
| Everybody Plays | Rockford, MI | Community events | $18,000 |
| Casa of Kent County | Grand Rapids, MI | Legal services | $10,000 |
| Children's Healing Center | Grand Rapids, MI | Children's healing environment | $10,000 |
| Flat River Outreach Ministry | Lowell, MI | Neighborhood assistance | $10,000 |
| Frederick Meijer Gardens | Grand Rapids, MI | Art and nature | $10,000 |
| Gerald R Ford Presidential Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Library and museum activities | $10,000 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum | Grand Rapids, MI | Museum | $10,000 |
| Grand Valley University Foundation | Allendale, MI | Education | $10,000 |
| John Ball Zoo | Grand Rapids, MI | Animal education | $10,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Cancer treatment | $10,000 |
| St Mary Foundation (Lacks Cancer Center) | Grand Rapids, MI | Cancer treatment | $10,000 |
| YWCA West Central Michigan | Grand Rapids, MI | Civil rights | $10,000 |
| Rockford Highschool | Rockford, MI | Education | $7,500 |
| Artists Creating Together | Grand Rapids, MI | Arts organization | $5,000 |
| Cannonsburg Elementary School | Rockford, MI | Education | $5,000 |
| Da Blodgett - St John's | Grand Rapids, MI | Family services | $5,000 |
| Gilda's Club | Grand Rapids, MI | Emotional healthcare for cancer patients | $5,000 |
| Grand Rapids Symphony | Grand Rapids, MI | Arts organization | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of West Michigan | Grand Rapids, MI | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities | Chicago, IL | Health center | $5,000 |
| Senior Neighbors | Grand Rapids, MI | Senior centers | $5,000 |
| Broadway Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | Community events | $4,500 |
| Faith Hospice | Grand Rapids, MI | Hospice care | $4,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Grand Rapids Commonwealth | Grand Rapids, MI | Youth development | $3,000 |
| Helen Devos Children's Hospital | Grand Rapids, MI | Health care | $3,000 |
| Kid's Food Basket | Grand Rapids, MI | Provision of food to children | $2,500 |
| Mom's Bloom | Grand Rapids, MI | Postpartum support for new parents | $2,500 |
| Blandford School | Grand Rapids, MI | Education | $2,000 |
| City High Middle School | Grand Rapids, MI | Education | $2,000 |
| Friends of Grand Rapids Parks | Grand Rapids, MI | General services | $2,000 |
| Paws With a Cause | Wayland, MI | Support for animals | $2,000 |
| Zinser Elementary | Grand Rapids, MI | Public school | $2,000 |
| North End Community Ministries | Grand Rapids, MI | Food pantry | $1,500 |
| Lowell's Open Table | Lowell, MI | Community events | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $292,500 | 37 |
| 2023 | $268,000 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532889349101103
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1606747
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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