Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $50,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $979,482 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Cynthia A Niekamp 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 Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Children Detroit | Mentor program for children | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Children Twin Cities | Mentor program for children | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Children Chicago | Mentor program for children | $15,000 |
| Nat Alliance on Mental Health | Mental health support | $10,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Research Ctr | Improve immigration law & policy | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia A Niekamp
- Emilie Vermoesen
- Elizabeth Vermoesen
Questions people ask
Does Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cynthia A Niekamp (President), Emilie Vermoesen (Treasurer) and Elizabeth Vermoesen (Secretary).
What does Cynthia A Niekamp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.