Garber Automotive Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garber Automotive Foundation is a private foundation in Saginaw, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $893,909 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $285,242. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$893,909
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$285,242
- Assets$15.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $663,500 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 | $663,500 | 11 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $893,909 | 11 | $15.0 million |
How to apply
Garber Automotive 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 Garber Automotive Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $893,909 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Hoyt Park | Charitable | $285,242 |
| Greater Midland Community Center | Charitable | $250,000 |
| YMCA of Saginaw | Charitable | $67,000 |
| Covenant Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Saginaw Children's Zoo | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Saginaw Urban Youth Hockey Program | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Saginaw Community Foundation | Charitable | $41,667 |
| Japanese Cultural Center & Tea House | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Saginaw-Shiawassee Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Dow Treasure Academy | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J Garber Jr
- Patrick Hengesbach
- Ty Mier
Questions people ask
Does Garber Automotive Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garber Automotive Foundation give?
$893,909 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Garber Automotive Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard J Garber Jr (President), Patrick Hengesbach (Secretary/Treasurer) and Ty Mier (Director).
What does Garber Automotive Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and youth programs.