Foundations that fund organizations in Bridgman, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Bridgman nonprofits
8 private foundations gave $231K to Bridgman organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 8 that say either way accept applications.
11 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Bridgman around $4,880. 4 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 8
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 8 that state a policy
- Dollars to Bridgman
- $231K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 11
- Typical median grant
- $4,880
- Based in MI
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Bridgman organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pokagon Fund Inc | New Buffalo, MI | 2 | $151K | $76K | Yes | New buffalo soccer support 2025; Operations 2025-2027 |
| American Electric Power Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $53K | $26K | Preselected only | General & Unrestricted; Charitable Event |
| Harris Family Farm Foundation C/O Ryan Harris Kirkland & Ellis Llp | Chicago, IL | 2 | $9,760 | $4,880 | Preselected only | To provide food to support the dietary health of those in t… |
| Windsor Foundation Inc | Dover, DE | 1 | $7,200 | $7,200 | Yes | To support christian missionaries |
| Virginia & Harvey Kimmel Family Fdn Im | Greenville, DE | 1 | $3,520 | $3,520 | Preselected only | F.c. reed middle school art |
| Consumers Energy Foundation | Jackson, MI | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Rising kites bag program |
| Weller Family Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | General contribution |
| Degroot Family Foundation | Watervliet, MI | 1 | $1,600 | $1,600 | Preselected only | Education |
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 Bridgman, Michigan?
The Pokagon Fund Inc, American Electric Power Foundation, Harris Family Farm Foundation C/O Ryan Harris Kirkland & Ellis Llp, Windsor Foundation Inc, Virginia & Harvey Kimmel Family Fdn Im and 3 others reported grants to Bridgman 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 Bridgman. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.