DePorre Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DePorre Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,005 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 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$123,005
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $108,000 the year before.
65% 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 | $95,000 | 42 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 45 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $123,005 | 56 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
DePorre Family 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 DePorre Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 31 | $65,505 |
| California | 4 | $11,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $9,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $8,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $5,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $4,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | Pledge Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Bridges of Hope International | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Palmarito Sea Turtle Rescue | Charitable | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Michigan State University | Pledge Scholarships | $5,000 |
| 360Serve | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $4,000 |
| United Way of Asheville County | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Assistance League of Southeastern M | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Concerns of Police Survivors | Charitable | $3,000 |
| St Regis Parish | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Brother Rice Annual Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Marian High School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| YouVersioncom | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Byers Eye Institute at Stanford Uni | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Samaritan Ministries | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Brian Patrick McConnell Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Pope Francis Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Com Fn | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Pediatric Retinal Research Foundati | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Send International | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Almost Home Animal Rescue | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Michigan Animal Rescue League | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pope Francis Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Christian Community Response Team | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Turning Point Ministries | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Samaritan Ministries | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pierre A Deporre
- Paul A Deporre
- Louise R Westcott
- Julianne M Padilla
- Mary V Sturza
Questions people ask
Does DePorre Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DePorre Family Foundation give?
$123,005 in tax year 2025, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs DePorre Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pierre A Deporre (President), Paul A Deporre (Treasurer), Louise R Westcott (Secretary) and Julianne M Padilla (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does DePorre Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.