CDM Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
CDM Foundation Inc is a private foundation in South Bend, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $317,000 in 90 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $23,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$317,000
- Number of grants90
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $311,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $290,000 | 88 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $311,000 | 94 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $317,000 | 90 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
CDM Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What CDM Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $74,500 |
| Michigan | 15 | $62,750 |
| Illinois | 18 | $41,250 |
| Florida | 11 | $35,750 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $22,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $12,250 |
| Colorado | 3 | $12,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $11,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Atwill Memorial Chapel | General support | $23,000 |
| New Community Vision | General support | $22,000 |
| Medlend Org | General support | $14,000 |
| Leelanau Conservancy | General support | $13,500 |
| Chinook Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| John Shedd Aquarium | General support | $10,000 |
| Social Justice Fund Northwest | General support | $10,000 |
| Thousand Currents | General support | $10,000 |
| McLaren Northern Mi Hospital | General support | $9,000 |
| The Hotchkiss School | General support | $9,000 |
| McKee Botanical Garden | General support | $8,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | General support | $7,250 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | General support | $6,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | General support | $5,500 |
| Elderhelp of San Diego | General support | $5,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | General support | $5,000 |
| Peninsula Family Service | General support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Mi | General support | $5,000 |
| Preservation Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Riverside Theatre | General support | $5,000 |
| St Germain Children's Charity | General support | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands Association | General support | $4,450 |
| Feeding San Diego | General support | $4,000 |
| Harbor Springs Historical Society | General support | $4,000 |
| Friends of Illinois Nature Preserves | General support | $3,600 |
| Leelanau Christian Neighbors | General support | $3,500 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General support | $3,500 |
| Ballet Vero Beach | General support | $3,000 |
| Dana Hall School | General support | $3,000 |
| Direct Relief | General support | $3,000 |
| Friends of Riverside Theater | General support | $3,000 |
| Global Fund for Women | General support | $3,000 |
| GOOD360 | General support | $3,000 |
| Hope for Families Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | General support | $3,000 |
| National Women's Law Center | General support | $3,000 |
| St James By-The Sea | General support | $3,000 |
| The Source | General support | $3,000 |
| United Against Poverty | General support | $3,000 |
| United Way of St Joseph City | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne D Wallace
- John VN McClure
- Donald M Riggs
- Walter W Bell
- James G Hart
Questions people ask
Does CDM Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CDM Foundation Inc give?
$317,000 in tax year 2025, across 90 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs CDM Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne D Wallace (President/Director), John VN McClure (Vice President/Director), Donald M Riggs (Treasurer) and Walter W Bell (Secretary/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does CDM Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.