Foundations that fund organizations in Alanson, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Alanson nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $20K to Alanson organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Alanson around $2,500. 2 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Alanson
- $20K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in MI
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Alanson organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casey Family Foundation | Genoa, NV | 2 | $11K | $5,500 | Preselected only | To further charitable purposes of public charity |
| Baiardi Family Foundation Inc | Harbor Springs, MI | 1 | $2,591 | $2,591 | Preselected only | Purchase of cow and processing |
| James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation | Sarasota, FL | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Human services |
| Mary Thompson Foundation | St Clair Shores, MI | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | General purpose |
| Keiser Family Foundation | Wayzata, MN | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | General fund |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Alanson, Michigan?
Casey Family Foundation, Baiardi Family Foundation Inc, James and Brenda Hoyt Foundation, Mary Thompson Foundation, Keiser Family Foundation reported grants to Alanson organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Alanson. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.