Private foundation · EIN 87-6122556 · Saint Paul, Minnesota

Herbert I & Elsa B Michael Foundation

Should you approach them?

Yes, approach them if your work fits its grantee list. The foundation accepts applications (NONE) and its median grant is $4,250.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 78 grants paid, $390K total, median $4,250. Stated restrictions: For benefits of residents and persons living in the state of utah.

Accepts applications
Yes
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
78
$390K
Median grant
$4,250
Stays in MN
—
of grants
Deadline
NONE
Assets
$5.6M

How to apply

Written form, clearly setting forth the intended purpose. Contact: Attn Songa Corbin, Po Box 3058, Portland, Or, 8015346045 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: For benefits of residents and persons living in the state of utah.

Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.

Grants paid in 2024

Top 60 of 78 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Utah Legal ServicesSalt Lake City, UTLegal services for low-income families$15K
Crossroads Urban CenterSalt Lake City, UTEmergency food pantry, thrift store, and food co op$14K
Scottish Rite Foundation of UtahOgden, UTSpeech/language therapy for children$10K
Assistance League of SlcSalt Lake City, UTFor operation school bell program$10K
Utah Food BankSalt Lake City, UTFood collection and distribution$10K
Volunteers of America-UtSalt Lake City, UTHomeless youth resource center$10K
Odyssey HouseSalt Lake City, UTChange behaviors and lifestyles of those struggling with drug and alcohol abuse$10K
Utah Council of the BlindWoods Cross, UTEstablish programs to help people who are blind to be more independent and active in their communities$10K
YWCA of UtahSalt Lake City, UTChildren's advocacy & intervention program$7,500
The Road HomeSalt Lake City, UTSelf-sufficiency program$7,500
Guadalupe SchoolsSalt Lake City, UTIn home program$7,500
People Helping PeopleSalt Lake City, UTEmployment program$7,500
Maliheh Free ClinicSalt Lake City, UT2011 healthy families support program$7,500
Utah Center for Legal InclusionSalt Lake City, UTFacilitate educational opportunities of those with diverse backgrounds and assist in eliminating bias in utah's justice system$7,500
Inn BetweenSalt Lake City, UTHospice for the homeless$7,500
The Children's CenterSalt Lake City, UTTherapeutic preschool$5,000
Westminster CollegeSalt Lake City, UTStudent leaders in civic engagement$5,000
Alliance HouseSalt Lake City, UTFunding to allow those with serious mental illness, who have no medicade insurance, to become members of alliance house$5,000
Planned Parenthood of UtahSalt Lake City, UTEducation programs for youth & families$5,000
Big Brothersbig SistersMurray, UTCommunity based mentoring program$5,000
Community Nursing ServicesSalt Lake City, UTUninsured/underinsured patient program$5,000
The Sharing PlaceSalt Lake City, UTComplicated grief support groups$5,000
Univ of Utah - Unv Neighborhood ParSalt Lake City, UTFaculty practice-health care delivery to low-income utahns$5,000
Univ of Utah - Womens Resource CentSalt Lake City, UTYouth education & success/academic consultant$5,000
Boys Girls Club of Greater SlSalt Lake City, UTSmart girls & passport to manhood$5,000
Ability FoundationSalt Lake City, UT2011 equipment placement$5,000
Salt Lake Donated Dental ServicesSalt Lake City, UTDental services for low-income families$5,000
Friends for SightSalt Lake City, UTProvide vision screening for children for amblyopia$5,000
Bad Dog ArtsSalt Lake City, UTCreative arts for children and adults$5,000
Wasatch Forensic NursesSalt Lake City, UTProvide compassionate care and professional timely collection of forensic medical evidence following sexual assault or rape$5,000
Shelter the HomelessSalt Lake City, UTProvide emergency shelter$5,000
Univ of Utah - PBS UtahSalt Lake City, UTPublic television broadcasting$4,250
Univ of Utah - Lowell Bennion CenteSalt Lake City, UTCommunity building services$4,250
Univ of Utah - Natural History MuseSalt Lake City, UTFunding for natural history museum$4,250
Univ of Utah - South Main ClinicSalt Lake City, UTSupport for south main clinic$4,250
Univ of Utah - Undergraduate StudieSalt Lake City, UTProvide educational experiences for all ages and people$4,250
Univ of Utah - College of Social WoSalt Lake City, UTSocial work education$4,250
Univ of Utah - David Eccles SchoolSalt Lake City, UTSupport for education$4,250
Univ of Utah - Honors CollegeSalt Lake City, UTSupport for motivated, engaged students$4,250
Univ of Utah - KuerSalt Lake City, UTSupport for campus public radio$4,250
Utah Youth VillageSalt Lake City, UTFamilies first program$4,000
Junior League - SlcSalt Lake City, UTWomen helping women$4,000
Prevent Child Abuse UtahOgden, UTPrevent child abuse and strengthen families$4,000
Camp HobeSalt Lake City, UTSummer camp for children being treated for cancer$4,000
Jewish Family ServiceSalt Lake City, UTProvide support for jewish and salt lake communities$4,000
Senior Charity Care FoundationKaysville, UTImprove the quality of life of elders in need$4,000
Special OlympicsSalt Lake City, UTEmpower people with intellectual disabilities through sports$4,000
The Sandy ClubSandy, UTEmpower boys and girls by giving them a safe place to learn and grow$4,000
Women of the WorldSalt Lake City, UTSupport refugee and immigrant women and girls in utah$4,000
Salt Lake Acting CompanySalt Lake City, UTEngage and enrich community through brave contemporary theatre$4,000
Utah AIDS FoundationSalt Lake City, UTPrevent hiv infection and help those affected$3,000
Adopt a Native ElderSalt Lake City, UTSupport for native navajo elders$3,000
English Skills Learning CenterSalt Lake City, UTFree english classes to adult language learners$3,000
Kids on the MoveOrem, UTProvide services to children with disabilities and developmental delays$3,000
South Valley SanctuaryWest Jordan, UTDomestic violence crisis shelter$2,500
Bicycle CollectiveSalt Lake City, UTPromote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and recreation$2,500
Eye Care 4 KidsMidvale, UTProvide eyecare to low income, visually impaired children$2,500
Univ of Utah - Tanner Humanities CeSalt Lake City, UTHumanities research support, public lectures and programs, and faculty outreach$2,500
Junior Achievement of UtSalt Lake City, UTEmpower and prepare young people to succeed in finance, work, and entrepreneurship$2,500
YMCA of Northern UtahSalt Lake City, UTRecreational programs and services$2,500

About this foundation

Herbert I & Elsa B Michael Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Saint Paul, Minnesota, administered in care of US Bank, tax-exempt since 1956. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

All filings on ProPublica

Does Herbert I & Elsa B Michael Foundation accept grant applications?

Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Written form, clearly setting forth the intended purpose. Deadlines: NONE.

How much does Herbert I & Elsa B Michael Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $390K across 78 grants, a median of $4,250.

Where does Herbert I & Elsa B Michael Foundation give?

Utah (78 grants), per its latest filing.

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