Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Coldwater, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $257,807 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $82,099. 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$257,807
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$82,099
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $244,610 the year before.
48% 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 | $145,250 | 29 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $244,610 | 20 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $257,807 | 21 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation 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 Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 18 | $256,603 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $104 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Museum of Branch County | Children's museum program | $82,099 |
| Families Forward Michigan Inc | Education | $60,000 |
| University of Michigan - Ross School of Business | Education and learning | $50,000 |
| Michigan State University Social Work | Education | $26,500 |
| University of Michigan - Engineering | Education and learning | $21,800 |
| Crystal Community Ski Club | Sports education and promotion | $5,000 |
| Tibbets Endowment Fund | Education | $2,500 |
| Cognition | Interactive science museuminteractive science museum | $2,000 |
| Branch County Literacy Council | Literacy and education promotion | $1,000 |
| CHS National Art Honor Society | Education | $1,000 |
| Coldwater Band Boosters | Music education | $1,000 |
| Coldwater Girls Tennis | Sports education | $1,000 |
| Kiwanis Childrens Fund | Endowment fund | $1,000 |
| The Army of Survivors | Advancing healthcare | $840 |
| Tibbets Opera House Foundation | Endowment fund for children's programming | $750 |
| Coldwater Community Schools | Education and learning | $500 |
| University of Michigan | Education and learning | $430 |
| Fuller Center Bike Adventure | Sports education | $104 |
| Beginnings Care for Life | Education | $100 |
| Team for Kids | Children's learning | $100 |
| Lakeland Elementary Library | Education | $84 |
Officers and trustees
- Shana Grife
- Lara Bouse
Questions people ask
Does Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust give?
$257,807 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Shana Grife (Co-Trustee) and Lara Bouse (Co-Trustee).
What does Hillquist Irrevocable Family Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.