Mary Thompson Foundation
Historical FunderSt Clair Shores, Michigan · EIN 38-1359097 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MRS MARY ROBY |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 568, ST CLAIR SHORES MI 48080 |
| Phone | 3138862471 |
| Form and materials | FOUNDATION WILL PROVIDE FORMS UPON REQUEST. |
| Deadlines | NONE. |
| Restrictions | RESTRICTED TO PROGRAMS AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT SUPPORT THE FRAIL AND ELDERLY IN 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
2% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wings Home | Allegan, MI | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Pope Francis Center | Detroit, MI | General purpose | $15,000 |
| The Helm | Grosse Point Farms, MI | General purpose | $13,000 |
| Alpena Area Senior Citizens Council | Alpena, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Detroit Opera | Detroit, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Hannan Center | Detroit, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Ann Arbor, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Little Brothers | Hancock, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Lori's Hands Inc | Ypsilanti, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Lourdes Inc | Waterford, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Respite Volunteers of Shiawassee | Owosso, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Ironwood Carnegie Library | Ironwood, MI | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Evangelical Homes of Michigan Foundation | Saline, MI | General purpose | $8,600 |
| Accounting Aid Society | Detroit, MI | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Mittens for Detroit Inc | Berkley, MI | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Michigan Chapter | Southfield, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Community Homeworks | Kalamazoo, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology | Grosse Point Park, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Oak Park, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley | Ann Arbor, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Rochester Hills, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Next Steps 4 Seniors Foundation | Rochester Hills, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Pace Southeast Michigan | Southfield, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels | Ypsilanti, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Dexter Senior Citizens Inc | Dexter, MI | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Greater Emmanuel Ministries | Newport News, VA | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Great Lakes Chamber Music | Southfield, MI | General purpose | $4,500 |
| New Day Foundation for Families | Rochester Hills, MI | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Furry Friends for Life | Lake Isabella, MI | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Eversight | Ann Arbor, MI | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Monroe County Opportunity Program | Monroe, MI | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Remedies in Rhythm Foundation | Alanson, MI | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Gay Elders of Metro Detroit | Ferndale, MI | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Portage Zhang Senior Center City of Portage | Portage, MI | General purpose | $1,000 |
| St Anne's Mead Society | Southfield, MI | General purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $239,600 | 35 |
| 2024 | $217,700 | 31 |
| 2023 | $214,500 | 29 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601209349100800
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-1359097
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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