Forest H Akers Trust
Preselected recipients only
Forest H Akers Trust is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $716,600 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $716,600 and the largest $716,600. 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$716,600
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$716,600
- Largest grant$716,600
- Assets$17.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $609,742 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $622,000 | 1 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $609,742 | 3 | $15.2 million |
| 2025 | $716,600 | 1 | $17.7 million |
How to apply
Forest H Akers Trust 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 Forest H Akers Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $716,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | Endow fund - entrepreneurial develop | $716,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Breslin
- Nancy E Craig
Questions people ask
Does Forest H Akers Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Forest H Akers Trust give?
$716,600 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $716,600.
Who runs Forest H Akers Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Breslin (Director) and Nancy E Craig (Director).
What does Forest H Akers Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.