Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,666 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$91,666
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $101,667 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $79,667 | 8 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $101,667 | 10 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $91,666 | 9 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Dwight & Lucile Aldrich 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 Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $51,666 |
| Washington | 1 | $30,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wash St Univ FD | Operations | $30,000 |
| MI Theatre of Jackson | Capital | $16,666 |
| Jackson School of Art | Operations | $15,000 |
| Cattle Track Arts & Pre | Operations | $10,000 |
| Jackson Co Parks & Rec | Operations | $10,000 |
| Jackson Symphony Orch | Operations | $5,000 |
| Concord Twp Cemetery | Operations | $2,500 |
| Concord Youth Assoc | Operations | $2,000 |
| Cascades Humane Soc | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip J Curtis
Questions people ask
Does Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation give?
$91,666 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Philip J Curtis (Trustee).
What does Dwight & Lucile Aldrich Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.