Foundations that fund organizations in Pinconning, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Pinconning nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $13K to Pinconning organizations in their latest filings; 4 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Pinconning around $1,000. 5 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 4
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Pinconning
- $13K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in MI
- 83%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Pinconning organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thelen Family Foundation | Bay City, MI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | To enhance charitable activities |
| The Alfred and Lucille Bronson Foundation Inc | Astoria, NY | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Donation |
| Gougeon Employees Foundation | Bay City, MI | 2 | $1,200 | $600 | Yes | Education; Service |
| Richard Barton Law Memorial Trust | Bay City, MI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Gen'l fund |
| Wallace & Irene Bronner Family Charitable Foundation | Frankenmuth, MI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | General Unrestricted |
| Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation | Frankenmuth, MI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Community 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 Pinconning, Michigan?
The Thelen Family Foundation, The Alfred and Lucille Bronson Foundation Inc, Gougeon Employees Foundation, Richard Barton Law Memorial Trust, Wallace & Irene Bronner Family Charitable Foundation and 1 others reported grants to Pinconning 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 Pinconning. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.