Higher Hopes Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Higher Hopes Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mt Pleasant, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,106 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $17,219. 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$123,106
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$17,219
- Assets$1,676
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,230 the year before.
84% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $65,230 | 35 | $1,662 |
| 2025 | $123,106 | 70 | $1,676 |
How to apply
Higher Hopes Foundation Inc 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 Higher Hopes Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 66 | $99,887 |
| Colorado | 1 | $17,219 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $4,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Last Prisoner Project | General operations | $17,219 |
| Angels of Hope | General operations | $6,000 |
| Paws for Humanity | General operations | $5,000 |
| Autoimmune Association | General operations | $4,000 |
| Great Lakes Bay Pride (Bay) | General operations | $4,000 |
| Ladies of Hope Ministries | General operations | $4,000 |
| Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan | General operations | $4,000 |
| Turning Point | General operations | $4,000 |
| Headwaters Land Conservancy | General operations | $3,887 |
| Affirmations Community Center | General operations | $3,000 |
| Friends of New Buffalo Twp Fire Department | General operations | $2,500 |
| Harbor Country Mission | General operations | $2,500 |
| Arbor Circle Corporation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Every Woman's Place | General operations | $2,000 |
| Frankie's Rescue Squad | General operations | $2,000 |
| Grand Rapids Trans Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Vietnam Veterans of America | General operations | $2,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General operations | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 89 | General operations | $1,000 |
| Anam Cara | General operations | $1,000 |
| Bear River Primary Care | General operations | $1,000 |
| Big Lake Humane | General operations | $1,000 |
| Community Action of Allegan | General operations | $1,000 |
| Community Compassion Network | General operations | $1,000 |
| Community Living Options | General operations | $1,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans Chapter #18 | General operations | $1,000 |
| Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services | General operations | $1,000 |
| Elk County Animal Shelter | General operations | $1,000 |
| Fashion Has Heart | General operations | $1,000 |
| Father Fred Foundation | General operations | $1,000 |
| Fisher House Michigan | General operations | $1,000 |
| Food Gatherers | General operations | $1,000 |
| Friends of Veterans | General operations | $1,000 |
| Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women | General operations | $1,000 |
| Great Lakes Bay Pride (Midland) | General operations | $1,000 |
| Gryphon Place | General operations | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of West Michigan | General operations | $1,000 |
| K-9 Camo Companions | General operations | $1,000 |
| K9 Jaeger Foundation | General operations | $1,000 |
| Landing Zone - Vet Inc | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Moorehead
- Scott Moorehead
- Stephanie Kern
- Katie Wiley
- Brelynn Woodrick
- Daniel Johnson
- Molly Vansyckle
- Matthew Weiland
- Zach Shepp
- Mike Stump
- Alex Dana
- Jeff Buczysnki
Questions people ask
Does Higher Hopes Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Higher Hopes Foundation Inc give?
$123,106 in tax year 2025, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Higher Hopes Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie Moorehead (Board Chair/President), Scott Moorehead (Vice President), Stephanie Kern (Treasurer) and Katie Wiley (Secretary) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Higher Hopes Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans, community development and faith communities.