Me Davenport Fund a Private Foundation Inc
Historical FunderGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-2646809 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MARCIA SNEDEN |
|---|---|
| Address | 360 EAST BELTLINE NE, GRAND RAPIDS MI 49506 |
| Phone | 6164592233 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC APPLICATION FORMAT BUT MUST SPECIFY TYPE OF ORGANIZATION AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST. ALSO, MUST SUBMIT A BUDGET AND SCHEDULE OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT. |
| Deadlines | ANNUALLY BY JUNE 30 |
| Restrictions | AWARDS CONCENTRATED IN MICHIGAN AND PRIMARILY FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. |
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
7% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport University | Grand Rapids, MI | M.e. davenport legacy endowment | $435,000 |
| Copper Shores Community Health Foundation | Hancock, MI | Bridges out of poverty program | $168,000 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | Kentwood, MI | Summer reading and feeding programs | $108,000 |
| Women's Center | Marquette, MI | Unrestricted funds to compenste for state funding cuts | $50,000 |
| Moxiemoms | Marquette, MI | Materials for resilient trainings and resilient training | $28,000 |
| Beantown Baby Diaper Bank | Lexington, MA | Grant to provide free diapersgrant to provide free diapers | $25,000 |
| Canterbury House | Houghton, MI | Building capacity to meet student needs | $20,000 |
| Episcopal Diocese of N Mi | Marquette, MI | Walking together - traveling exhibit | $20,000 |
| YMCA of Marquette County | Marquette, MI | Capital campaign for field house | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Mi | Detroit, MI | Up patient recruitment & marketing | $15,000 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Greenville, MI | Nfsp church building renovations | $15,000 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Lunchbox program and fawn mobile distribution truck | $10,000 |
| Wesley United Methodist Church | Wyoming, MI | Project keep kids warm | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $919,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $875,356 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600139349100045
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-2646809
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.