Foundations that fund organizations in Clarklake, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Clarklake nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $67K to Clarklake organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Clarklake around $1,500. 3 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 Clarklake
- $67K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $1,500
- Based in MI
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Clarklake organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Searles Family Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $60K | $60K | Preselected only | General fund |
| The Alvin L Glick Foundation | Jackson, MI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Julia M Ridge & Everett Ridge Pres | St Louis, MO | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | General operating |
| The Scripps Howard Foundation | Cincinnati, OH | 1 | $750 | $750 | Yes | Community Market Grant |
| Bell Trust | Tecumseh, MI | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | General Support |
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 Clarklake, Michigan?
Searles Family Foundation, The Alvin L Glick Foundation, Julia M Ridge & Everett Ridge Pres, The Scripps Howard Foundation, Bell Trust reported grants to Clarklake 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 Clarklake. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.