Foundations that fund organizations in Richmond, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Richmond nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $45K to Richmond organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
9 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Richmond around $2,500. 4 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Richmond
- $45K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 9
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in MI
- 80%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Richmond organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The L & L Educational Foundation | Romeo, MI | 3 | $34K | $12K | Yes | Education |
| Macomb County Rotary Foundation | Mount Clemens, MI | 3 | $6,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Armada robotics; Memphis robotics; Richmond robotics |
| Mt Zion Lutheran Church Foundation | Sterling Heights, MI | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Mcrest shelter expenses |
| Strunk Foundation | Warren, MI | 1 | $1,400 | $1,400 | Preselected only | General operating support |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 1 | $500 | $500 | 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 Richmond, Michigan?
The L & L Educational Foundation, Macomb County Rotary Foundation, Mt Zion Lutheran Church Foundation, Strunk Foundation, Tractor Supply Company Foundation reported grants to Richmond 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 Richmond. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.