Foundations that fund organizations in Standish, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Standish nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $24K to Standish organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Standish around $2,000. 4 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Standish
- $24K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $2,000
- Based in MI
- 80%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Standish organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Seven Oh Inc | New Hudson, MI | 1 | $17K | $17K | Preselected only | Spay/neuter program, field capture equipment |
| Spartannash Foundation | Byron Center, MI | 1 | $3,375 | $3,375 | Preselected only | Fighting hunger |
| William and Janet Johnston Family Foundation | Commerce, MI | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | General |
| The Thelen Family Foundation | Bay City, MI | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | To enhance charitable activities |
| 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 Standish, Michigan?
Two Seven Oh Inc, Spartannash Foundation, William and Janet Johnston Family Foundation, The Thelen Family Foundation, Tractor Supply Company Foundation reported grants to Standish 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 Standish. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.