Discovering Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Discovering Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $117,500 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $117,500 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Discovering Hope 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 Discovering Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $66,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $24,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Regents of the University of Mi | Educational advancement | $40,000 |
| Fish of Sanibel Captiva | Social services for sanibel fl | $20,000 |
| The Judson Center | Create better future for mi childrn | $15,000 |
| Karmanos Cancer Institute | Cancer care, research & education | $10,000 |
| SCCF | Environmental conservation | $2,000 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife Society | National wildlife refuge | $2,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Society | Helping people with ms | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David W Drews
- Lisa R Drews
Questions people ask
Does Discovering Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Discovering Hope Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Discovering Hope Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David W Drews (President, S) and Lisa R Drews (V President,).
What does Discovering Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.