Duffy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Duffy Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $18.2 million in 63 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $10.8 million. 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$18.2 million
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$10.8 million
- Assets$28.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.6 million the year before.
0% 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 | $7.6 million | 63 | $40.3 million |
| 2024 | $18.2 million | 63 | $28.2 million |
How to apply
Duffy 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 Duffy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 60 | $18.1 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $115,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umrc Foundation | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $10.8 million |
| Paws With A Cause | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $650,000 |
| Shelter Association of Washtenaw County | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $400,000 |
| (Lacasa) Livingston Area Council Against Spouse Abuse Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $300,000 |
| Food Gatherers | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $300,000 |
| St Louis Center for Exceptional Children - General Operating | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $300,000 |
| American Red Cross - Southeastern Michigan Regional Chapter | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $250,000 |
| Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative | Use consistent w 501(c)(3) status | $250,000 |
| Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $220,000 |
| Hope Medical Clinic Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $220,000 |
| Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $200,000 |
| Dawn Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $200,000 |
| Humane Society of Huron Valley | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $200,000 |
| McLaren-Northern Michigan Fdn | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $200,000 |
| Ann Arbor YMCA | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $185,000 |
| Domestic Violence Project Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $185,000 |
| Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $175,000 |
| Ozone House Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $160,000 |
| Trinity Health at Home | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $160,000 |
| Sos Community Services | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $140,000 |
| Regents of the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $130,000 |
| Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $125,000 |
| Horses Haven | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $120,000 |
| Washtenaw Housing Alliance | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $115,000 |
| Michigan Humane Society | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $110,000 |
| Detroit Cristo Rey High School Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $100,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Huron Valley | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $100,000 |
| University Musical Society | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $100,000 |
| Michigan Ability Partners | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $95,000 |
| Corner Health Center | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $90,000 |
| Michigan Theater Foundation Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $90,000 |
| Most Holy Trinity School | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $90,000 |
| Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $85,000 |
| Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $80,000 |
| Legacy Land Conservancy | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $80,000 |
| Lifeline Inc DBA Lifeline Pilots | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $80,000 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $80,000 |
| Therapeutic Riding Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $80,000 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $75,000 |
| Washtenaw Literacy | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $75,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea Holmes
- Kathryn Holmes
- Christine Holmes
- Erik Serr
Questions people ask
Does Duffy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Duffy Foundation give?
$18.2 million in tax year 2024, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Duffy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrea Holmes (President/Treasurer/Direct), Kathryn Holmes (Vice President/Director), Christine Holmes (Vice President/Director) and Erik Serr (Secretary).
What does Duffy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and housing and homelessness.