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Detroit foundations

There are 2,261 foundations and grantmaking organizations in the greater Detroit metro area, including the cities of Detroit, Dearborn, Farmington Hills, Livonia, Novi, Pontiac, Southfield, Taylor, Troy, and Warren. Combined, these Detroit metro foundations employ 622 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $16 billion.
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Types of foundations in Detroit

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Private foundations
 
1,740
 
$1,216,265,070
Grantmaking public charity foundations
 
276
 
$452,643,700
Community foundations
 
67
 
$298,041,342
Organizations supporting multiple foundations
 
53
 
$8,698,299
Corporate foundations
 
31
 
$156,357,233
Organizations supporting a single foundation
 
14
 
$489,286
Foundation professional societies
 
5
 
$6,149,236
Foundation alliances and advocates
 
3
 
$0
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Job trends for Detroit foundations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
1,346
1-10
 
53
11-25
 
7
26-100
 
5
101 to 1,000
 
1
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of foundations in Detroit

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
1,115
$250k to $1M
 
226
$1M to $5M
 
123
$5M to $25M
 
45
$25M to $100M
 
9
$100M+
 
1
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Directory of foundations in Detroit

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1-20 of 2,261

Kresge Foundation

To expand opportunities in America's cities through grantmaking and social investing in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development in Detroit.
Revenue
$61.3m
Assets
$4.0b
Employees
124
EIN
38-1359217
IRS type
501(c)(3)

DTE Energy Foundation

The DTE Energy Foundation is at the core of DTE Energy's commitment to the communities and customers it is privileged to serve. It will aggressively communicate this reaffirmed commitment at every opportunity.
Revenue
$19.9m
Assets
$129.1m
Employees
0
EIN
38-2708636
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation of St Clair County

Since 1944, the Community Foundation has been dedicated to building community capital through the strategic application of philanthropic funds and the passion, dedication and talents of county residents.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$106.4m
Employees
18
EIN
38-1872132
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jamie and Denise Jacob Family Private Foundation

The Jamie and Denise Jacob Family Foundation supports marginalized people in southeast Michigan with a focus on childhood enrichment, college success, and reproductive health.
Revenue
$30.4m
Assets
$69.6m
Employees
5
EIN
92-0641040
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Central Care Management Organization

Central Care Management Organization is a private foundation that provides care management services of the Wayne County Department of Child and Family Services-Juvenile Services Division, Case Management Services. It is located in Detroit, MI.
Revenue
$10.3m
Assets
$17.9m
Employees
0
EIN
38-3050521
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Edsel and Eleanor Ford House

Edsel and Eleanor Ford House tells the story of the home life of a prominent American family. The Fords were cultural, social and economic leaders in an era of great optimism, as well as a turbulent time of economic depression and world war.
Revenue
$19.5m
Assets
$318.0m
Employees
22
EIN
38-2218274
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Leinweber Foundation

The Leinweber Foundation is a private foundation that is supported by Larry Leinweber. It is located in Troy, MI, and it made $4,000,000 in annual grants last year.
Revenue
$11.0m
Assets
$71.9m
Employees
1
EIN
81-0834290
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ralph C Wilson Jr Foundation

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation is a grant-making organization investing in the quality of life of the people of Western New York and Southeast Michigan. The Foundation began operations in 2015 to continue his legacy.
Revenue
$75.8m
Assets
$896.5m
Employees
30
EIN
45-0921232
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Council of Michigan Foundations

The Council of Michigan Foundations' (cmf) mission is to grow the impact of Michigan philanthropy. To lead, strengthen and support Michigan's community of philanthropy. Cmf's mission is to grow the impact of Michigan philanthropy.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$44.3m
Employees
33
EIN
38-6263347
IRS type
501(c)(3)

McGregor Fund

The McGregor Fund is a Detroit-based foundation focused on alleviating misfortunes, promoting well-being, and supporting initiatives for basic needs and racial equity.
Revenue
$19.6m
Assets
$235.1m
Employees
6
EIN
38-0808800
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation

To enrich humanity by strengthening and empowering children and families in need. To provide for the needs of and ensuring the future of the Jewish people and to respecting our legacy and commitment to the Detroit community.
Revenue
$8.1m
Assets
$280.0m
Employees
16
EIN
38-1784340
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carls Foundation

The Carls Foundation is a private nonprofit in Michigan, focusing on children's welfare and preserving natural areas through grants and supportive programs.
Revenue
$7.9m
Assets
$128.7m
Employees
2
EIN
38-6099935
IRS type
501(c)(3)

A Alfred Taubman Foundation

The A Alfred Taubman Foundation is a private foundation located in Bloomfield Hills, MI. It made 43 grants last year. Grantees include Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Detroit. Trustees are Rebecca L Grove, Jeffrey M Davidson, Gayle T Kalisman.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$212.0m
Employees
0
EIN
27-1366308
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation

The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation's mission is to nurture environmentally healthy and culturally vibrant communities in metro Detroit, consistent with sustainable business models, and support initiatives to restore the Great Lakes Ecosystem.
Revenue
$21.3m
Assets
$377.4m
Employees
9
EIN
20-5966333
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Skillman Foundation

The Skillman Foundation is committed to providing resources to improve the lives of children in metropolitan Detroit by improving their homes, schools and neighborhoods.
Revenue
$40.1m
Assets
$418.5m
Employees
20
EIN
38-1675780
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dresner Foundation

The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation is a private foundation located in West Bloomfield, MI. The foundation's trustees are Lori Dresner and Kevin Furlong. The foundation provides grants to Auburn Hills Community Fou.
Revenue
$8.4m
Assets
$160.4m
Employees
0
EIN
20-5838578
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan enhances quality of life by facilitating permanent positive change through philanthropy. Located in Detroit, MI.
Revenue
$246.1m
Assets
$1.2b
Employees
83
EIN
38-2530980
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hudson-Webber Foundation

The Hudson-Webber Foundation is a Detroit-based private foundation funding local art support and providing 200 grants, including to the Foundation For Detroit's Future.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$166.6m
Employees
7
EIN
38-6052131
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Stahls Automotive Foundation

The Stahls Automotive Foundation preserves vintage vehicles, educates youth about automotive history, and hosts community events celebrating craftsmanship at the Stahls Motor and Music Experience.
Revenue
$9.9m
Assets
$23.5m
Employees
6
EIN
20-0527095
IRS type
501(c)(3)

William Davidson Foundation

The William Davidson Foundation is a private family foundation funding transformative initiatives for Southeast Michigan, Israel, and the Jewish community.
Revenue
$80.4m
Assets
$1.1b
Employees
19
EIN
20-3899187
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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