Allison Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Allison Family Foundation is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $109,230 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $76,500. 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$109,230
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$76,500
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,950 the year before.
31% 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 | $65,302 | 15 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $54,950 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $109,230 | 13 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Allison 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 Allison Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $76,500 |
| Michigan | 9 | $19,730 |
| Florida | 3 | $13,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy | General purpose | $76,500 |
| St Paul of the Cross | General purpose | $7,000 |
| Oakland University Alumni | General purpose | $5,200 |
| Raymond F Kravis Center | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Troy Historic Village | General purpose | $4,265 |
| St Elizabeth | General support | $3,500 |
| North Woodward Community Foundation | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Troy Community Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Leadership Oakland | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement of SE Michigan | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Dramaworks | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Rochester | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Miscellaneous | General purpose | $765 |
Officers and trustees
- Valiena A Allison
- Daniel J Allison
- Garrick K Allison
- Skylar K Allison
Questions people ask
Does Allison Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allison Family Foundation give?
$109,230 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Allison Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Valiena A Allison (President), Daniel J Allison (Director), Garrick K Allison (Member) and Skylar K Allison (Secretary).
What does Allison Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.