Bierlein Companies Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bierlein Companies Foundation is a private foundation in Midland, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,095 in 108 grants; the typical grant was $725 and the largest $33,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$250,095
- Number of grants108
- Typical grant$725
- Largest grant$33,700
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $212,440 the year before.
45% 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 | $212,440 | 127 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $250,095 | 108 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Bierlein Companies 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 Bierlein Companies Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 104 | $247,945 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant Health Care Foundation | Charitable | $33,700 |
| Saginaw Community Foundation | Charitable | $28,800 |
| Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Greater Midland Community Centers Do | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Saginaw Y M C A | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Great Er Midland Community Tennis Cen | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tri Star Charitable Foundation | Charitable | $5,500 |
| One Hundred Club of Saginaw | Charitable | $5,330 |
| Saginaw Future Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Saginaw Valley State University | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Temple Theatre Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Can Council | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Swan Valley Schools | Charitable | $3,550 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Great Lakes Bay | Charitable | $3,350 |
| Svsu Foundation | Charitable | $3,300 |
| Kali's Cure for Paralysis Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Michigan | Charitable | $2,750 |
| Delta College Foundation | Charitable | $2,650 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Children's Grief Center of the GLBR | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Fordney Club 300 Charities | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Lymphoma and Lukemia Society | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Midland Area Community Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Urban Racquet Sports Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Mid-Michigan Childrens Museum | Charitable | $2,150 |
| Midland Business Alliance Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Saginaw Choral Society | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ascension St Mary's Foundation | Charitable | $1,700 |
| East Side Soup Kitchen | Charitable | $1,650 |
| Underground Railroad Inc | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Bay Future | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Central Michigan University | Charitable | $1,000 |
| City Rescue Mission of Saginaw | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Conscious Capitalism | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Heritage High School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Junior League Great Lakes Bay Region | Charitable | $1,000 |
| McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Midland Co Food Assistance Network | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pelotonia | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael D Bierlein
- Kenneth W Lucureux
- Ryan M Bierlein
Questions people ask
Does Bierlein Companies Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bierlein Companies Foundation give?
$250,095 in tax year 2024, across 108 grants, with a typical grant of $725.
Who runs Bierlein Companies Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael D Bierlein (President), Kenneth W Lucureux (Treasurer) and Ryan M Bierlein (Vice President).
What does Bierlein Companies Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and faith communities.