The Douglas F Allison Foundation
Invitation OnlyBloomfield Hills, Michigan · EIN 47-2307697 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.5M
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$35.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $150,000 and $200,000.
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
12% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mackinac Center for Public Policy | Midland, MI | General support | $250,000 |
| Vista Maria | Dearborn Heights, MI | General support | $205,000 |
| Gleaners Commnity Food Banks of Southeast Michigan | Detroit, MI | General support | $200,000 |
| Kirk in the Hills | Bloomfield, MI | General support | $200,000 |
| Salvation Army | Southfield, MI | General support | $200,000 |
| Freedom River Inc | Brighton, MI | General support | $150,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | General support | $150,000 |
| Libertas Institute | Lehi, UT | General support | $120,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,475,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $1,450,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543149349101509
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2307697
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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