Esther Gordy Bullock Edwards Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Esther Gordy Bullock Edwards Foundation is a private foundation in Southfield, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $54,000. 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$102,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$54,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was down from $112,000 the year before.
82% 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 | $89,333 | 14 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $112,000 | 5 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $102,000 | 11 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Esther Gordy Bullock Edwards 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $71,000 |
| Nevada | 4 | $14,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Motown Historical Museum Inc | General support | $54,000 |
| Glenelg Country School Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Skillz Finest TNL Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| 100 Black Men of Las Vegas | General support | $5,000 |
| Black United Fund of Michigan Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Aiken SC Chapter of the Links Inc | General support | $3,500 |
| Mastering Mindsets Las Vegas | General support | $3,500 |
| Omega Hope Incorporated | General support | $3,500 |
| Tulips | General support | $3,500 |
| Bison in Vegas Hbcu Alumni Group | General support | $2,000 |
| Pontiac Kappa Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elesha Bridgers
- Robin Terry
- Gwendolyn Nichole
Questions people ask
Does Esther Gordy Bullock Edwards Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esther Gordy Bullock Edwards Foundation give?
$102,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Esther Gordy Bullock Edwards Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elesha Bridgers (President, Director), Robin Terry (Treasurer, Director) and Gwendolyn Nichole (Secretary, Director).