Jenkins Foundation
Invitation OnlyAnn Arbor, Michigan · EIN 27-0467778 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.8M
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$40,000
Total assets$46.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $75,000.
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
6% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan Depression Center | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $600,000 |
| Emu Foundation | Ypsilanti, MI | Support for activities | $101,500 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $100,000 |
| Safehouse Center | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $100,000 |
| Avalon Housing | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $75,000 |
| Food Gatherers | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $75,000 |
| Shelter Association of Washtenaw County | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $75,000 |
| Vista Maria | Dearborn Heights, MI | Support for activities | $75,000 |
| Neutral Zone | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $51,000 |
| Ozone House | Ypsilanti, MI | Support of activities | $50,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan | Detroit, MI | Support for activities | $42,132 |
| Community Action Network | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $40,000 |
| Corner Health Center | Ypsilanti, MI | Support for activities | $40,000 |
| Dawn Farm | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $40,000 |
| Girls Group | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $40,000 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $40,000 |
| Sos Community Services | Ypsilanti, MI | Support for activities | $40,000 |
| Alpha House | Taft, CA | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| Faith in Action | Chelsea, MI | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| Our House | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Oakland, CA | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| The Women's Center of Southeastern Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $25,000 |
| Educational Foundation of Dexter | Dexter, MI | Support for activities | $15,000 |
| A Brighter Way | Ypsilanti, MI | Support for activities | $10,000 |
| Friends in Deed | Ypsilanti, MI | Support for activities | $10,000 |
| Washtenaw Refugee Welcome | Ann Arbor, MI | Support for activities | $10,000 |
| We the Prople Opportunity Farm | Ypsilanti, MI | Support for activities | $10,000 |
| Council of Michigan Foundations Inc | Detroit, MI | Support for activities | $6,100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,820,732 | 30 |
| 2023 | $920,000 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 23, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522969349101322
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0467778
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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