Foundations that fund organizations in Utica, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Utica nonprofits
7 private foundations gave $42K to Utica organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Utica around $5,000. 5 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 7
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Utica
- $42K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MI
- 71%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Utica organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The L & L Educational Foundation | Romeo, MI | 2 | $13K | $6,371 | Yes | Education |
| Mt Zion Lutheran Church Foundation | Sterling Heights, MI | 1 | $12K | $12K | Yes | Outreach ministry |
| Lisa and Alan Engel Foundation | Birmingham, AL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Civic |
| Wilkinson Foundation | Chelsea, MI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Community |
| Paw Support | Harrison Township, MI | 1 | $1,847 | $1,847 | Not stated | Labsx raysvaccines |
| Citizens Charitable Foundation | Johnston, RI | 1 | $150 | $150 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
| Wallace & Irene Bronner Family Charitable Foundation | Frankenmuth, MI | 1 | $100 | $100 | Yes | General Fund |
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 Utica, Michigan?
The L & L Educational Foundation, Mt Zion Lutheran Church Foundation, Lisa and Alan Engel Foundation, Wilkinson Foundation, Paw Support and 2 others reported grants to Utica 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 Utica. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.