Charles W Loosemore Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles W Loosemore Foundation is a private foundation in Byron Center, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $275,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$275,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $390,000 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 4 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $390,000 | 20 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $275,000 | 17 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Charles W Loosemore 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 W Loosemore Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $220,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $18,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $100,000 |
| Individual | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $100,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Jimmy | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $15,000 |
| The Caridad Center | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $11,750 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $10,000 |
| Center for Women in Law | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $10,000 |
| Detroit Public Theatre | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $5,000 |
| Individual | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $5,000 |
| St John's United Method Church | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $5,000 |
| The Arts Garage | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $2,750 |
| Eat Better Live Better Inc | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $2,500 |
| Individual | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $2,500 |
| Corner Shower and Laundry | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $1,500 |
| The EJS Project | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $1,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $1,000 |
| The Oasis Center | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $1,000 |
| Temple Beth El Achives | Furtherance of charitable purposes of recipient | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Hecht
- Joyce F Hecht
Questions people ask
Does Charles W Loosemore Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles W Loosemore Foundation give?
$275,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Charles W Loosemore Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David M Hecht (President) and Joyce F Hecht (Director).
What does Charles W Loosemore Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.