Foundations that fund organizations in Marlette, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Marlette nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $228K to Marlette organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Marlette around $13K. 2 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Marlette
- $228K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $13K
- Based in MI
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Marlette organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon and Gayle Miller Foundation | Marlette, MI | 2 | $200K | $100K | Preselected only | Donation |
| The L & L Educational Foundation | Romeo, MI | 2 | $26K | $13K | Yes | Education |
| Farrell Family Foundation | Kentfield, CA | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | Funds for discretionary use |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
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 Marlette, Michigan?
Gordon and Gayle Miller Foundation, The L & L Educational Foundation, Farrell Family Foundation, Tractor Supply Company Foundation reported grants to Marlette 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 Marlette. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.