Thelen Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyClarkston, Michigan · EIN 32-6456393 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,950 and $51,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 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 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola High School | Detroit, MI | Supporting Tuition for Students | $86,400 |
| Oakland Livingston Human Services Agency | Pontiac, MI | Underprivileged Families | $51,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary | Ann Arbor, MI | Helping Catholic Nuns Spread Minmistry | $20,000 |
| Christian FAmily Movement | Dexter, MI | Help Family Ministry | $10,000 |
| Archdiocese of Detroit | Detroit, MI | Parish Ministry | $7,000 |
| Archdioces of Detroit | Detroit, MI | Parish Ministry | $1,950 |
| St Ritas Parish | Holly, MI | Parish Support | $500 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($5,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $181,850 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Nov 15, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202443209349106944
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 32-6456393
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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