Lilian E and Earl a Bettinger Charitable
Invitation OnlyDetroit, Michigan · EIN 86-6708073 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$690K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$34,365
Total assets$13.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $34,365 and $103,095.
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
100% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk County Community Fndn Inc | Tyron, NC | Support of daily operations | $171,825 |
| The American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Support of daily operations | $103,095 |
| Carolina Foothills Foundation | Forest City, NC | Support of daily operations | $103,095 |
| New Direction Ministries | Blowing Rock, NC | Support of daily operations | $103,095 |
| Doctors Without Boarders | New York, NY | Support of daily operations | $68,730 |
| Mystery Writers of America | New York, NY | Support of daily operations | $34,365 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | Jacksonville, FL | Support for daily operation | $34,365 |
| Lanier Library Association | Tryon, NC | Support of daily operations | $34,365 |
| Foothills Humane Society Inc | Columbus, NC | Support of daily operations | $34,365 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Foundation Inc | Chapel Hill, NC | Support of daily operations | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $690,300 | 10 |
| 2023 | $660,160 | 10 |
| 2022 | $613,413 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513159349101426
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-6708073
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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