Car Dealers Care National Foundatio
Preselected recipients only
Car Dealers Care National Foundatio is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $290,462 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $145,231 and the largest $200,000. 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$290,462
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$145,231
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $383,531 the year before.
50% 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 | $961,370 | 6 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $383,531 | 4 | $11.3 million |
| 2025 | $290,462 | 2 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Car Dealers Care National Foundatio 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 Car Dealers Care National Foundatio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $200,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $90,462 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Preparatory Schools | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Credit Acceptance Corp for St Jude | Charitable | $90,462 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill Foss Watson
- John Neary
Questions people ask
Does Car Dealers Care National Foundatio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Car Dealers Care National Foundatio give?
$290,462 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $145,231.
Who runs Car Dealers Care National Foundatio?
Its 2025 filing lists Jill Foss Watson (Secretary/Di) and John Neary (President/Di).
What does Car Dealers Care National Foundatio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.