Begonia Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Begonia Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Bellaire, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,050 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,050 and the largest $22,500. 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$120,050
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,050
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,862 the year before.
54% 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 | $104,590 | 16 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $77,862 | 12 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $120,050 | 13 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Begonia Charitable 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 Begonia Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $92,550 |
| Oregon | 1 | $22,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ethos Music Center | Music education | $22,500 |
| Flow Water Advocates | Environmental | $20,000 |
| Mashup Rock and Roll Musical | Arts and education | $14,000 |
| Generations Ahead | Family services | $10,000 |
| Michigan Music Scholarship Fund | Arts and education | $10,000 |
| Child and Family Services | Family services | $7,500 |
| Manistee County Tourism Authority | Culture and environmental | $6,050 |
| Bellaire Community Youth Initiative | Family services | $5,000 |
| Central Lake Elementary School | Education | $5,000 |
| Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology | Arts and education | $5,000 |
| Estiary Center for Living & Healing Arts | Arts and education | $5,000 |
| Up North Pride | Human services | $5,000 |
| Traverse City Area Public Schools Leap | Education and physical activity | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diana L Milock
- Richard Milock Jr
- Christopher Todd
Questions people ask
Does Begonia Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Begonia Charitable Foundation give?
$120,050 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,050.
Who runs Begonia Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diana L Milock (Secretary), Richard Milock Jr (President) and Christopher Todd (Treasurer).
What does Begonia Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.