Create A Beginning Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Create A Beginning Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,750 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$23,750
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$733,491
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $39,466 the year before.
20% 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 | $22,704 | 17 | $434,029 |
| 2024 | $39,466 | 11 | $470,367 |
| 2025 | $23,750 | 10 | $733,491 |
How to apply
Create A Beginning 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 Create A Beginning Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $14,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Racquetup | To support the mission of this org | $5,000 |
| Ukranian Catholic University Found | To support the mission of this org | $5,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | To support the mission of this org | $3,000 |
| VFW Home for Children | To support the mission of this org | $2,500 |
| Team Rubicon | To support the mission of this org | $2,000 |
| Kids on Point | To support the mission of this org | $2,000 |
| Friends in Deed | To support the mission of this org | $2,000 |
| Wdet 1019 FM (Detroit Public Radio | To support the mission of this org. | $750 |
| Michigan Radio Development | To support the mission of this org | $750 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | To support the mission of this org | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Palo
- Christina Ohar-Palo
- Brian Izzo
Questions people ask
Does Create A Beginning Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Create A Beginning Foundation give?
$23,750 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Create A Beginning Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Palo (President), Christina Ohar-Palo (Secretary-Tr) and Brian Izzo (Trustee).
What does Create A Beginning Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.