Private foundation · EIN 38-6092077 · Grand Rapids, Michigan · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Wade E & Viola Sackner Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2023 Form 990-PF: 6 grants paid, $449K total, median $73K. 100% of grants stayed in Michigan.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2023
6
$449K
Median grant
$73K
Stays in MI
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$8.0M

Grants paid in 2023

6 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Mary Free Bed FundGrand Rapids, MIGrant was used for the purpose of assisting disabled children.$146K
American Cancer Society Michigan DivisionGrand Rapids, MIGrant was used to further the chartiable purpose of the american cancer society.grant was used to further the cancer society's charitable p…$73K
American Red Cross of West MichiganGrand Rapids, MIGrant was used to further the red cross' charitable purpose.$73K
Saladin Shrine Trust for ChildrenGrand Rapids, MIGrant was for the purpose of assisting disabled children.$73K
The Heart of West Michigan United WayGrand Rapids, MIGrant was used to further the united way's charitable purpose.$73K
George Slykhouse Scholarship Co Grand Rapids Community FoundationGrand Rapids, MIGrant was used to sponsor scholarships awarded by the economic club.$10K

About this foundation

Wade E & Viola Sackner Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan, administered in care of Michael J Taylor, tax-exempt since 1954. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Wade E & Viola Sackner Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2023 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Wade E & Viola Sackner Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2023 it paid $449K across 6 grants, a median of $73K.

Where does Wade E & Viola Sackner Foundation give?

Michigan (6 grants), per its latest filing.

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