Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2023 it gave $247,331 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $21,000 and the largest $91,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$247,331
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$21,000
- Largest grant$91,250
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2023 was up from $190,756 the year before.
56% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $190,756 | 7 | $4.3 million |
| 2023 | $247,331 | 9 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable 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 Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 7 | $194,001 |
| California | 1 | $31,330 |
| Montana | 1 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meeker Education Foundation | Daily operating support | $91,250 |
| Hopewest | Daily operating support | $50,000 |
| St James Episcopal Church | Daily operating support | $31,330 |
| Ecology Project International | Daily operating support | $22,000 |
| The Church at Meeker | Daily operating support | $21,000 |
| Pioneers Healthcare Foundation | Daily operating support | $20,000 |
| Meeker Colorado Civic Improvement | Grant to install lights | $9,000 |
| Meeker Cat Coalition | Daily operation support | $1,500 |
| Safehouse Inc | Daily operating support | $1,251 |
Officers and trustees
- Comerica Bank
Questions people ask
Does Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust give?
$247,331 in tax year 2023, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $21,000.
Who runs Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust?
Its 2023 filing lists Comerica Bank (Trustee).
What does Freeman E Fairfield Meeker Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.