Acheson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Acheson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$102,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $105,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $32,500 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $102,500 | 8 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Acheson Family Foundation 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 Acheson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $87,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook | Educational | $50,000 |
| Detroit PBS | Educational | $10,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeast Michigan | Food availability | $10,000 |
| Henry Ford Health System | Educational | $10,000 |
| Health Network Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Brilliant Detroit | Educational | $5,000 |
| City Year | Educational | $5,000 |
| Beyond Basics | Literacy | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael H Acheson
- Adele F Acheson
- Marci Deschner Resigned 3312025
- Marianne Brakora Effective 3312025
Questions people ask
Does Acheson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Acheson Family Foundation give?
$102,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Acheson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael H Acheson (President and Director), Adele F Acheson (Director), Marci Deschner Resigned 3312025 (Secretary, Treasurer, and Director) and Marianne Brakora Effective 3312025 (Secretary, Treasurer, and Director).
What does Acheson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.