Daniel J Kobasic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Daniel J Kobasic Foundation is a private foundation in Escanaba, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $7,497 and the largest $308,663. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$7,497
- Largest grant$308,663
- Assets$48.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 22 | $37.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 38 | $48.2 million |
How to apply
Daniel J Kobasic 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 Daniel J Kobasic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 31 | $1.5 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $110,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OSF Healthare Foundation | Construction of cancer clinic | $308,663 |
| Delta Schoolcraft ISD | Construction of instructional building | $305,000 |
| Holy Name Catholic School | Teacher salary support | $264,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Cancer research | $250,000 |
| MAPS Education Foundation | Educational facilities | $134,447 |
| The William Bonifas Fine Arts Center | Roof replacement | $119,100 |
| Bay Cliff Health Camp | Lake access project | $115,000 |
| Save Ukraine | Child rescue | $110,000 |
| Delta County Chamber of Commerce | Mortgage paydown | $50,000 |
| UP State Fair | Event sponsorship | $50,000 |
| InvestUP | Economic development | $20,000 |
| Michigan Technological University | Scholarships | $16,081 |
| Lawrence University | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Rapid River Schools Foundation | Robotics competition travel expenses | $15,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Bay de Noc Community College | Scholarships | $13,358 |
| Sharing Notes | Musical programming | $10,000 |
| Steve Mariucci Family Beacon House | General operations | $10,000 |
| Western Michigan University | Scholarship | $8,994 |
| Holy Name Catholic School | Band programming | $6,000 |
| The William Bonifas Fine Arts Center | Community outreach | $5,500 |
| Acap | General operations | $5,000 |
| Catholic Social Services of the UP | Recovery house operations | $5,000 |
| City of Escanaba | City band centennial celebration | $5,000 |
| Wnmu-Tv | Science programming | $3,500 |
| St Anne Parish | General operations | $3,070 |
| St Anthony of Padua Parish | General operations | $3,070 |
| St Joseph & St Patrick Parish | General operations | $3,070 |
| St Thomas the Apostle Parish | General Operations | $3,070 |
| Friends of the Escanaba Public Library | Purchase of library materials | $3,000 |
| Bay Cliff Health Camp | Year end picnic | $2,500 |
| La Scuola International School | Education | $2,500 |
| Wnmu-Fm | Classical music programming | $2,500 |
| Delta County Chamber of Commerce | Event sponsorship | $1,100 |
| OSF Healthcare Foundation | Fundraiser sponsorship | $1,000 |
| University of Michigan | Scholarships | $789 |
| The William Bonifas Fine Arts Center | Fundraiser sponsorship | $400 |
| Individual | Educational materials | $359 |
Officers and trustees
- Krystal Kobasic
- Arthur H Evans
- Todd C Lafave
- Danica K Stanciu
Questions people ask
Does Daniel J Kobasic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Daniel J Kobasic Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $7,497.
Who runs Daniel J Kobasic Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Krystal Kobasic (Director), Arthur H Evans (Director), Todd C Lafave (Chief Finanical Office) and Danica K Stanciu (Director).
What does Daniel J Kobasic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.