Updated Oct 30, 2026
Private foundations based in Rockford, Michigan
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Rockford, Michigan, holding $16M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverine World Wide Foundationsince 2005 | $509K19 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $2.2M |
| Jct Foundationsince 1998 | $455K28 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $6.4M |
| The Zondervan Foundationsince 1982 | $352K12 grants · 2025 | $20K | Yes | $2.3M |
| Mall Family Foundationsince 2007 | $245K25 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $3.4M |
| Fawcett Family Foundationsince 2023 | $34K13 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Yes | $1.2M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Michigan
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Michigan Arts and Culture Council — Organizational GrantsStateMichigan Arts and Culture Council | Michigan Arts and Culture Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Michigan Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateMichigan Humanities | Michigan Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Rockford, Michigan?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in Rockford, Michigan with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $16M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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