HP Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HP Foundation is a private foundation in Suttons Bay, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 and the largest $20,000. 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$87,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,940 the year before.
47% 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 | $80,315 | 19 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $71,940 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $87,000 | 16 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
HP 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 HP Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $76,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Leelanau Conservancy | Sugar loaf project | $20,000 |
| Flow | Groundwater reform strategy | $10,000 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | The ridge property | $10,000 |
| Friends of Herman Park | Playground | $10,000 |
| Inland Seas | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Purpose Church | General operating support | $5,000 |
| The Leelanau Conservancy | Water quality testing program | $5,000 |
| Housing North | Housing ready community planning & action strategy implemenation | $5,000 |
| Dennison University | Health & wellness fund | $3,500 |
| Tart Trails | General operating support | $3,000 |
| Leelanau Christian Neighbors | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Friends of Sleeping Bear | Pathways to sleeping bear campaign | $2,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Pope Francis Center | General operating support | $1,500 |
| St Aloysius Church | General operating support | $1,500 |
| North Manitou Light Keepers | General operating support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Holley Palms
- Jeffrey J Palms
- Jeffrey Francis Palms
- Katherine Palms
Questions people ask
Does HP Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HP Foundation give?
$87,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs HP Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Holley Palms (President), Jeffrey J Palms (Treasurer), Jeffrey Francis Palms (Assistant Treasurer) and Katherine Palms (Secretary).
What does HP Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and health.