L G Kaufman Endowment Foundation
Historical FunderMarquette, Michigan · EIN 81-3218481 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THOMAS HUMPHREY |
|---|---|
| Address | FIRST BANK 1502 W WASHINGTON ST, MARQUETTE MI 49855 |
| Phone | 9062286088 |
| Form and materials | REQUEST SHOULD BE IN WRITING AND INCLUDE THE HISTORY AND PURPOSE OF THE REQUESTING ORGANIZATION INCLUDING A STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION. REQUEST SHOULD ALSO INCLUDE EVIDENCE THAT THE ORGANIZATION IS EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OR OTHERWISE EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 115 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. REQUEST SHOULD ALSO INDICATE THE PURPOSE AND AMOUNT OF THE GRANT REQUESTED. |
| Deadlines | APRIL 30TH OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE LIMITED TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE MORAL, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUTH OF THE GREATER MARQUETTE, MICHIGAN AREA. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette Area Public Schools | Marquette, MI | Kaufman scholarship awards | $54,000 |
| City of Marquette Police | Marquette, MI | Two police liason officers | $20,000 |
| Marquette City Band | Marquette, MI | Peg hirvonen band shell | $15,000 |
| Marquette Area Public Schools | Marquette, MI | Lyceum program | $10,000 |
| Bay Cliff Health Camp | Big Bay, MI | Children's summer camp | $5,000 |
| Marquette Area Public Schools | Marquette, MI | Jj packs program | $5,000 |
| Marquette Area Public Schools | Marquette, MI | Coats for kids program | $5,000 |
| Marquette Area Public Schools | Marquette, MI | Shiras planetarium projector project | $5,000 |
| Marquette Junior Hockey Corp | Marquette, MI | Zamboni | $5,000 |
| Marquette Junior Hockey Corp | Marquette, MI | Defray costs for low income families | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Marquette, MI | Cheer club donation | $5,000 |
| Northern Lights Child Advocacy | Marquette, MI | Abused child assistance | $4,000 |
| Marquette Area Public Schools | Marquette, MI | Project graduation | $3,000 |
| Cancer Care of Marquette County | Ishpeming, MI | Child cancer care & medication | $2,500 |
| Superior String Alliance Inc | Marquette, MI | Scholarships for mqt youth | $2,000 |
| The Womens Center | Marquette, MI | Youth assistance | $2,000 |
| Up Childrens Therapy | Negaunee, MI | Speech therapy summer program | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Ishpeming, MI | Youth mentoring efforts | $1,000 |
| Father Marquette Catholic Academy | Marquette, MI | Kaufman scholarship awards | $1,000 |
| Liberty Childrens Art Project | Marquette, MI | Summer art camp | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $152,500 | 20 |
| 2024 | $150,209 | 21 |
| 2023 | $168,500 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349101116
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-3218481
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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