CNB Foundation Agency
Preselected recipients only
CNB Foundation Agency is a private foundation in Hillsdale, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was down from $84,000 the year before.
86% 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 | $40,571 | 7 | $953,423 |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 6 | $951,637 |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 7 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
CNB Foundation Agency 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 CNB Foundation Agency funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Community Center Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Jackson County Chamber of Commerce | General operating | $10,000 |
| Michigan Theatre of Jackson | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale Salvation Army | General operating | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale County Senior Center | General operating | $5,000 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | General operating | $2,500 |
| Junior Achievement of the Michigan Edge | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Phillips
- Amber Yoder
- Erik Lawson
- Chris Clarke
- Judy Gabriele
- Mary Murray
Questions people ask
Does CNB Foundation Agency accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CNB Foundation Agency give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs CNB Foundation Agency?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Phillips (President), Amber Yoder (Secretary), Erik Lawson (Treasurer) and Chris Clarke (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does CNB Foundation Agency fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.