The Ludington Family Foundation
Historical FunderSanford, Michigan · EIN 38-3323700 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $300 and $1,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THOMAS L LUDINGTON |
|---|---|
| Address | 299 BARDEN RD, SANFORD MI 496579534 |
| Phone | 9896312370 |
| Form and materials | LETTER FORM |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
17% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | Petoskey, MI | Operating | $5,000 |
| Midland First United Methodist Church | Midland, MI | Operating | $5,000 |
| Albion College Endowment | Albion, MI | Operating | $5,000 |
| Center for the Arts Midland Michigan | Midland, MI | Operating | $1,500 |
| Purdue Foundation | West Lafayette, IN | Operating | $1,500 |
| University of San Diego School of Law | San Diego, CA | Operating | $1,500 |
| United Way of Midland County | Midland, MI | Operating | $1,200 |
| Sanford Lake Association | Sanford, MI | Operating | $1,000 |
| Svsu Foundation | University Center, MI | Operating | $1,000 |
| Midland Open Door | Midland, MI | Operating | $600 |
| Midland Community Former Offenders Advocacy and Rehabilitation | Midland, MI | Operating | $500 |
| Adoption Option | Midland, MI | Operating | $500 |
| United Way of Bay County | Bay City, MI | Operating | $500 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Urbana, IL | Operating | $500 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Michigan | Midland, MI | Operating | $500 |
| Gerald R Ford Presidentia Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Operating | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Americus, GA | Operating | $400 |
| Harbor Springs Chamber Foundation | Harbor Springs, MI | Operating | $350 |
| Special Olympics Michigan | Mt Pleasant, MI | Operating | $300 |
| West Midland Family Center | Shepherd, MI | Operating | $300 |
| Reece Endeavor of Midland | Midland, MI | Operating | $300 |
| Little Forks Conservancy | Midland, MI | Operating | $300 |
| Salvation Army | Midland, MI | Operating | $250 |
| Heart of West Michigan United Way | Grand Rapids, MI | Operating | $250 |
| Usski & Snowboard Foundation | Park City, UT | Operating | $200 |
| Alzeimer Education | Street Clair Shores, MI | Operating | $200 |
| Saginaw Bay Community Sailing Association | Bay City, MI | Operating | $200 |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan | Kalamazoo, MI | Operating | $150 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,500 | 28 |
| 2024 | $26,625 | 29 |
| 2023 | $37,320 | 33 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611559349100401
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3323700
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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