Allison K Short Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Allison K Short Foundation is a private foundation in Bay City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$53,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $53,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59,000 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 11 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $53,000 | 11 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Allison K Short 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 K Short Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $53,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albion College | Operations | $16,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Food pantry | $10,000 |
| Studio 23 | Operations | $5,000 |
| The Jefferson Project | Operations | $5,000 |
| Bay Area Community Foundation | Operations | $3,000 |
| Can Council | Operations | $3,000 |
| Disability Resource Center | Operations | $2,500 |
| Good Samaritan Rescue Mission | Operations | $2,500 |
| Headwaters Conservancy | Operations | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army | Operations | $2,000 |
| Bay Area Women's Center | Operations | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Allison Short
- Gary Short
- Cathy Weaver
Questions people ask
Does Allison K Short Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allison K Short Foundation give?
$53,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Allison K Short Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allison Short (Pres/Sec/Tre), Gary Short (Vice Preside) and Cathy Weaver (Vice Preside).
What does Allison K Short Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.