Graham R Putnam Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyDexter, Michigan · EIN 36-4188818 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$281K
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$6.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
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
16% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable | $25,000 |
| United Methodist Commitee on Relief | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Faith in Action | Chelsea, MI | Charitable | $20,000 |
| West Side Church | Ann Arbor, MI | Religious | $17,000 |
| University of Michigan Alumni Assoc | Ann Arbor, MI | Educational | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Chelsea First United Methodist | Chelsea, MI | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Encore Musical Theater | Dexter, MI | Charitable | $10,000 |
| University of Michigan Marsal School of Education | Ann Arbor, MI | Educational | $10,000 |
| Resilience Advocates for Ending Violence | Holland, MI | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hope Western Prison Education Progr | Holland, MI | Education | $10,000 |
| Alpha House | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Grace Lutheran Church | River Forest, IL | Religious | $6,000 |
| Ann Arbor Community Foundation | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Washtenaw Literacy | Ypsilanti, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Good Samaritan-Circles Ottawa County | Holland, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Action House | Holland, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| All Options Hoosier Abortion Fund | Oakland, CA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Holland Hospital Community Health Center | Holland, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Turnstone | Fort Wayne, IN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mosaic Counseling Services | Grand Haven, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cluster Art Space | Ann Arbor, MI | Education | $5,000 |
| Our House | Ypsilanti, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| House by the Side of the Road | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Growing Hope | Ypsilanti, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Detroit Pbs | Wixom, MI | Educational | $5,000 |
| Npr - Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Educational | $5,000 |
| Face Low Cost Animal Clinic | Indianapolis, IN | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Old News Boys of Greater Lansing | Lansing, MI | Charitable | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $281,000 | 30 |
| 2023 | $286,000 | 26 |
| 2022 | $71,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533469349100608
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4188818
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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