Searles Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 34-1915489 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$117K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$1.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
78% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clark Lake Spirits Foundation | Clarklake, MI | General fund | $60,000 |
| Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation | Nw Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $14,000 |
| Lake Winnipesaukee Association | Gilford, NH | General fund | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire Boat Museum | Wolfeboro Falls, NH | General fund | $10,000 |
| Hyde Schools | Bath, ME | General fund | $5,000 |
| Loon Preservation Committee | Moultonborough, NH | General fund | $5,000 |
| Abaco Strong | Bethesda, MD | General fund | $4,000 |
| Barn Sanctuary | Chelsea, MI | General fund | $2,000 |
| The Home for Little Wanderers Inc | Boston, MA | General fund | $2,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Hanover, NH | General fund | $1,000 |
| Library Legacy Foundation | Toledo, OH | General fund | $1,000 |
| Toledo Museum of Art | Toledo, OH | General fund | $1,000 |
| Toledo Symphony | Toledo, OH | General fund | $1,000 |
| Toledo Zoo | Toledo, OH | General fund | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $117,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $55,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349102504
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-1915489
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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