The Oakriver Foundation
Invitation OnlyNorthport, Michigan · EIN 36-4139320 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$214K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$4.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $40,000.
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
69% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atwill Memorial Chapel | Northport, MI | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Peoria Riverfront Museum | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $40,000 |
| University of Michigan Library | Ann Arbor, MI | Educational | $40,000 |
| Phillips Academy Peabody Museum | Andover, MA | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Greenwich Country Day School | Greenwich, CT | Educational | $10,000 |
| Munson Hospital Foundation | Traverse City, MI | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ucsf Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Shelburne Museum | Shelburne, VT | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Family School | Los Angeles, CA | Educational | $5,000 |
| Bluepath Service Dogs | Wappingers Falls, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Leelanau Conservancy | Leland, MI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Iwec | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Benton Art Museum - Pomona College | Claremont, CA | Educational | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $214,000 | 13 |
| 2024 | $216,500 | 13 |
| 2023 | $214,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349100137
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4139320
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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