Foundations that fund organizations in Ionia, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ionia nonprofits
11 private foundations gave $66K to Ionia organizations in their latest filings; 4 of the 11 that say either way accept applications.
18 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ionia around $2,750. 8 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 11
- Accept applications
- 4
- of 11 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ionia
- $66K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 18
- Typical median grant
- $2,750
- Based in MI
- 73%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ionia organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Foundation | Jackson, MI | 2 | $18K | $9,000 | Yes | Advancing the ionia county economy; Rave-i/m, inc. shelter and outreach project |
| Marie Crowley Foundation | Saranac, MI | 3 | $13K | $5,000 | Yes | Gen charitable |
| Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation | Wyoming, MI | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Various |
| Dte Energy Foundation | Detroit, MI | 1 | $8,500 | $8,500 | Yes | Human needs |
| North and Florence Stockton Charitable Fdn | Southfield, MI | 2 | $5,500 | $2,750 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Rev Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| The Mercantile Bank Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 4 | $4,250 | $1,250 | Preselected only | General support; Mi pitch 2025 sponsorship - general support; Sponsorship - general support |
| The Missad Foundation | Naples, FL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Support surrounding communities |
| Hands of Hope the Foundation of Cancer and Hematology Centers of Western Mi | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Donation |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $150 | $150 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
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 Ionia, Michigan?
Consumers Energy Foundation, Marie Crowley Foundation, Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation, Dte Energy Foundation, North and Florence Stockton Charitable Fdn and 6 others reported grants to Ionia 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 Ionia. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.