Hand in Hand Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hand in Hand Foundation is a private foundation in Royal Oak, Michigan. In tax year 2023 it gave $117,850 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $21,600 and the largest $60,650. 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$117,850
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$21,600
- Largest grant$60,650
- Assets$75,590
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2023 was down from $134,788 the year before.
60% 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 | $134,788 | 5 | $76,764 |
| 2023 | $117,850 | 5 | $75,590 |
How to apply
Hand in Hand 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Hand in Hand Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 5 | $117,850 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Misc small contributions | Homelessness and disadvantaged persons | $60,650 |
| Michigan State University | Music education | $25,000 |
| 1st United Methodist Church of Bham | Homeless shelter and related efforts | $21,600 |
| Girls Matter | Empower young women | $5,500 |
| Angels Place | Developmentally challenged | $5,100 |
Officers and trustees
- Rex B Smith
- Susan Smith
Questions people ask
Does Hand in Hand Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hand in Hand Foundation give?
$117,850 in tax year 2023, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $21,600.
Who runs Hand in Hand Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Rex B Smith (President) and Susan Smith (Secretary).
What does Hand in Hand Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness.