Charles Stewart Harding Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles Stewart Harding Foundation is a private foundation in Flint, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $880,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$880,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$16.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $815,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $800,000 | 14 | $15.1 million |
| 2023 | $815,000 | 10 | $15.9 million |
| 2024 | $880,000 | 13 | $16.4 million |
How to apply
Charles Stewart Harding 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 Charles Stewart Harding Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 1 | $400,000 |
| Michigan | 11 | $340,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $140,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Blessing Projects | General operating | $400,000 |
| Biblos Foundation | General operating | $140,000 |
| Uptown Reinvestment Corporation | Small businesses fund | $75,000 |
| Flint Institute of Arts | Art school operations | $50,000 |
| Flint Institute of Science and History | Auto mechanic | $50,000 |
| Friends of Berston Field House | Support the renovation project | $50,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | General operating | $25,000 |
| Uptown Reinvestment Corporation | Factory two architectural renovation | $25,000 |
| Flint Children's Museum | General operating | $20,000 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | Support the ridge project | $20,000 |
| Flint Public Library | General operating | $10,000 |
| Greater Flint Arts Council | General operating | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Greater Flint | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Claire Mott White Deceased
- C Edward White Jr Deceased
- William S White Deceased
- Paula M Turrentine
- Tiffany W Lovett
- Ridgway H White
Questions people ask
Does Charles Stewart Harding Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles Stewart Harding Foundation give?
$880,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Charles Stewart Harding Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Claire Mott White Deceased (President & Trustee), C Edward White Jr Deceased (Secretary & Asst Treasurer), William S White Deceased (Treasurer, V.P. & Trustee) and Paula M Turrentine (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Charles Stewart Harding Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.