Called to Serve
Preselected recipients only
Called to Serve is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2023 it gave $12,037 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$12,037
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2023 was down from $16,600 the year before.
25% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $16,600 | 56 | $12,802 |
| 2023 | $12,037 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Called to Serve 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 Called to Serve funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $6,737 |
| New York | 2 | $5,300 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical care for fragile areas | $5,000 |
| Manna Meals | Detroit soup kitchen | $5,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | Emergency food distributions | $587 |
| Individual | Kay lasante clinic | $500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General fund | $300 |
| St Patrick Senior Center | Serving the elderly | $225 |
| Detroit Justice Center | Provides bail bond for poor | $200 |
| Corner Shower and Laundry | General fund | $150 |
| Mackinaw Area Historical | General fund | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Lawler
- Karen A Lawler
- Kim Tetmeyer
- Heather Morse
- Stephanie Asmus
Questions people ask
Does Called to Serve accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Called to Serve give?
$12,037 in tax year 2023, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Called to Serve?
Its 2023 filing lists John P Lawler (President), Karen A Lawler (BD. Chairman), Kim Tetmeyer (Director) and Heather Morse (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Called to Serve fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and health.