J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$16.7 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
24% 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 | $1.3 million | 27 | $15.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 25 | $16.7 million |
How to apply
J Ferrantino Charitable 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 J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 21 | $1.5 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $127,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Animals of Metro Detroit | Humanitarian | $500,000 |
| Zero Day | Humanitarian | $125,000 |
| University of Michigan | Humanitarian | $100,001 |
| Fallen and Wounded Soldier Fund | Humanitarian | $100,000 |
| Environmental Law and Policy Center | Humanitarian | $75,000 |
| Girls Group | Humanitarian | $75,000 |
| Lacasa | Humanitarian | $75,000 |
| Make-A-Wish | Humanitarian | $75,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Humanitarian | $75,000 |
| Avalon | Humanitarian | $60,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Humanitarian | $52,000 |
| Arbor Hospice Foundation | Humanitarian | $50,000 |
| Leslie Science and Nature Center | Humanitarian | $50,000 |
| Trinity Health-Michigan | Humanitarian | $50,000 |
| Michigan Audubon Society | Education/operation | $45,000 |
| Neutral Zone | Humanitarian | $30,000 |
| Shades of Pink Foundation | Humanitarian | $30,000 |
| Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Washtenaw County | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Children's Healing Center | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Christ Child House | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Packard Health | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Safehouse Center | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Sos Community Services | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Aim at Melanoma | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Michigan Crossroads Council Boy Scouts of America | Education/humanitarian | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce T Wallace
- George Borel
- Janette Ferrantino
- Sean Williams
- Elise Brown
- Janelle Green
Questions people ask
Does J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce T Wallace (Secretary), George Borel (Treasurer), Janette Ferrantino (President) and Sean Williams (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does J Ferrantino Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and youth programs.