Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Plymouth, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,033 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $33,333. 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$158,033
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$33,333
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $139,567 the year before.
23% 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 | $108,683 | 37 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $139,567 | 32 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $158,033 | 42 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 27 | $124,833 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $6,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 5 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $600 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ferrantino scaffold technology research fund | $33,333 |
| Dynami Foundation | General fund | $24,100 |
| Michigan State University | Bailey ferrantino endowed fund cancer research | $15,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General fund | $10,000 |
| Michigan State University | Lucky fund | $10,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens' Hospital | General fund | $7,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | General fund | $6,000 |
| Chadtough | General fund | $5,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | Center for exceptional families | $5,000 |
| Dearborn Goodfellows | General fund | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mojo in the Morning | General fund | $5,000 |
| University of Michigan | Women's health luncheon | $5,000 |
| Aim at Melanoma | General fund | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Washtenaw Co | General fund | $2,500 |
| Cancer Support Community | General fund | $1,000 |
| Emerson School | General fund | $1,000 |
| First Step | General fund | $1,000 |
| Grieve Well | General fund | $1,000 |
| Michigan Humane Society | General fund | $1,000 |
| Paws With A Cause | General fund | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Wreaths Across America | General fund | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Childrens Healing Center | General fund | $1,000 |
| Detroit Dog Rescue | General fund | $500 |
| Friends of Dearborn Animal Shelter | General fund | $500 |
| Gilda's Club | General fund | $500 |
| Guiding Eyes | General fund | $500 |
| Howell Nature Center | General fund | $500 |
| Humane Society of Huron Valley | General fund | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels America | General fund | $500 |
| Shriners Children's | General fund | $500 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General fund | $300 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen | General fund | $100 |
| Covenant House | General fund | $100 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | General fund | $100 |
| Mercy High School | General fund | $100 |
| Operation Smile | General fund | $100 |
| Smile Train | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Y Ferrantino
- Danielle Young
- Shannon Young
- Kyle Young
Questions people ask
Does Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$158,033 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy Y Ferrantino (Director/President/Secreta), Danielle Young (Director), Shannon Young (Director) and Kyle Young (Director).
What does Ferrantino Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.