Banfield Inc
Accepts applications
Banfield Inc is a private foundation in Marenisco, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $24,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$24,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$518,666
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $25,000 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $25,000 | 13 | $496,178 |
| 2024 | $24,000 | 16 | $518,666 |
How to apply
| Contact | Eric Haukkala N10117 East Shore Rd, Marenisco, MI 49947 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 819-4134, eric@ironrivercpa.com |
| What to submit | Letter detailing how the funds will be used. |
| Deadlines | Month of may. |
| Restrictions | Recipient must be a 501(c)(3) exempt organization. |
What Banfield Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $22,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PJ Odonnell Civic Center | Civic center | $4,000 |
| Friends of the Iwd Carnegie Library | Educationalarts | $4,000 |
| Individual | Emergency fundfood pantryxmas gifts for children | $3,400 |
| Salemzion Kids Clubcamp | Childrens programs | $2,000 |
| Individual | Cultural | $2,000 |
| Awkward Stage Drama Club | Cultural | $2,000 |
| Domestic Violence Escape Dove Inc | Domestic violence shelter | $1,000 |
| Ironwood Theatre | Cultural events | $1,000 |
| Individual | Cultural | $1,000 |
| Erwin Township Historical Society | Cultural | $1,000 |
| Hope Animal Shelter | Animal shelter | $500 |
| Hurley Public Library | Educational | $500 |
| St Paul Lutheran Church | Youth leadership programs | $500 |
| Wakefield Public Library | Educational | $500 |
| Individual | Educational | $500 |
| Gogebic Community College Food Bank | Food bank | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David Rowe
- Ellen Metko
- Brian Tarro
- Kathryn Johnson
- James Mildren
- Eric Haukkala
Questions people ask
Does Banfield Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Month of may.
How much does Banfield Inc give?
$24,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Banfield Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David Rowe (Director), Ellen Metko (Director), Brian Tarro (President) and Kathryn Johnson (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Banfield Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.