Foundations that fund organizations in Ray, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ray nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $5,800 to Ray organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ray around $2,500. 2 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ray
- $5,800
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in MI
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ray organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homer J van Hollenbeck Foundation | Troy, MI | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Educational |
| Sangster Family Foundation | South Lyon, MI | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | BuildingFund |
| Verizon Foundation | Basking Ridge, NJ | 1 | $300 | $300 | Preselected only | Other civic / community |
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 Ray, Michigan?
Homer J van Hollenbeck Foundation, Sangster Family Foundation, Verizon Foundation reported grants to Ray 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 Ray. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.