Samuel and Jean Frankel Foundation
Invitation OnlyTroy, Michigan · EIN 38-6088399 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$30.3M
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$175,000
Total assets$90M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $10,000,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable without restriction | $19,600,000 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Charitable without restriction | $10,000,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Detroit, MI | Charitable without restriction | $250,000 |
| Sphinx Organization | Detroit, MI | Charitable without restriction | $175,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Charitable without restriction | $159,600 |
| Kids Kicking Cancer | Southfield, MI | Charitable without restriction | $100,000 |
| Special Olympics of Michigan | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable without restriction | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,285,600 | 7 |
| 2023 | $11,005,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349101520
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-6088399
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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