James a Welch Foundation
Historical FunderFlint, Michigan · EIN 38-1690381 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $8,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | STEPHEN SCHLOTT |
|---|---|
| Address | 5206 GATEWAY CNT STE 100, FLINT MI 48507 |
| Phone | 8102384617 |
| Form and materials | THE FOUNDATION REQUIRES A SUMMARY PAGE TO INCLUDE DATA ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION SUBMITTING THE REQUEST, NAME, ADDRESS, AMOUNT REQUESTED, PURPOSE, ETC. ALSO INCLUDED SHOULD BE A NARRATIVE PORTION OF HOW THE PROJECT IS EXPECTED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HOW IT WILL BENEFIT PEOPLE BEYOND THOSE IMMEDIATELY SERVED BY IT. VARIOUS SUPPORT MATERIAL MUST BE ATTACHED, A PROJECT BUDGET, LIST SHOWING ORGANIZATIONS AND AMOUNTS OF PROJECTED GRANTS AND RECEIVED AMOUNTS, A FINANCIAL STATEMENT, LIST OF KEY PROJECT PERSONNEL, LIST OF MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BODY AND A PHOTOCOPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S EXEMPTION LETTER FROM THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE. THE FOUNDATION REQUIRES EIGHT (8) COPIES OF ALL THE PAPER WORK. |
| Deadlines | FUNDING PROPOSALS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED BY THE 20TH OF FEBRUARY, MAY, AUGUST OR NOVEMBER IN ORDER TO R |
| Restrictions | EDUCATIONAL, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING FOR GIFTED STUDENTS - GENERALLY RESTRICTED TO RESIDENTS OF GENESEE COUNTY 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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flint Science Fair | Flint, MI | General | $25,000 |
| Flint Institute of Arts | Flint, MI | Pre-College portfolio | $25,000 |
| International Academy of Flint | Flint, MI | Robotics | $25,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | Flint, MI | Fspa esembles | $25,000 |
| Regents of U of M | Flint, MI | Growing STEM futures | $20,000 |
| Flint Institute of Science & Histor | Flint, MI | Power up | $18,850 |
| Sylvester Broome Empowerment Villag | Flint, MI | Young authors | $10,000 |
| Artdillo Studios | Flint, MI | Common clay club | $10,000 |
| Active Boys in Christ | Flint, MI | STEM | $10,000 |
| Grand Blanc Youth Arts | Grand Blanc, MI | Youth arts program | $8,000 |
| Grand Blanc Schools | Flint, MI | Odyssey of the mind | $6,200 |
| Chosen Few Arts Council | Flint, MI | Fine arts summer camp | $5,000 |
| Mccree Theatre | Flint, MI | Mccree theatre repertory company | $105 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $188,155 | 13 |
| 2024 | $154,750 | 11 |
| 2023 | $142,500 | 9 |
| 2021 | $145,500 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612589349100041
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-1690381
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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