Fettig Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fettig Family Foundation is a private foundation in Benton Harbor, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $6,400 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$6,400
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $487,486 the year before.
27% 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 | $385,510 | 25 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $487,486 | 26 | $9.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 21 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
Fettig Family 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 Fettig Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 15 | $1.3 million |
| Indiana | 3 | $21,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 2 | $17,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Alliance | Wee course community amenity at harbor shores / harbor shores legends holiday fund | $1.1 million |
| Whirlpool Collective Impact Fund | General fund | $42,040 |
| St Joseph Public Schools Foundation | Bucks for brown school program / upton pto program / general support | $21,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Fettig-lansdown family scholarship | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater SW | General fund | $15,000 |
| United Way of Southwest Michigan | Community impact fund / level up framework | $15,000 |
| Kiddo | General fund | $15,000 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | General fund | $12,000 |
| Tipton County Foundation | Hilton hobbs scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Iu food insecurity fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | Youth scholarships / capital fund | $6,400 |
| Individual | Capital fund | $4,000 |
| The Alex Mandarino Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Marin Court Appointed Special Advoc | General fund | $2,700 |
| Girls on the Run SW Michigan | General fund | $2,500 |
| Individual | General fund | $2,250 |
| Individual | General fund | $2,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | Lake breeze music festival | $1,000 |
| Lakeshore Excellence Foundation | Capital fund | $400 |
| Michigan Sheriffs Association | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff M Fettig
- Marcia H Fettig
- Anne Elise Lansdown
- Drew A Lansdown
- Jeff Jay D Fettig
- Jordan E Fettig
Questions people ask
Does Fettig Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fettig Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $6,400.
Who runs Fettig Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeff M Fettig (Director), Marcia H Fettig (Director), Anne Elise Lansdown (Director) and Drew A Lansdown (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Fettig Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.