James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,774 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $210 and the largest $3,000. 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$24,774
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$210
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$434,235
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,112 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21,875 | 51 | $393,242 |
| 2024 | $24,112 | 44 | $394,847 |
| 2025 | $24,774 | 44 | $434,235 |
How to apply
James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable 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 James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 32 | $15,605 |
| Iowa | 5 | $7,586 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $820 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $63 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Detroit | Institutional support | $3,000 |
| Davis County Historical Society | Institutional support | $3,000 |
| Davis County Dollars for Scholars | Institutional support | $2,500 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | Institutional support | $2,000 |
| Grinnell College | Institutional support | $1,846 |
| Metropolitan United Methodist | Institutional support | $1,700 |
| Gleaners | Institutional support | $1,000 |
| Westside Culturall and Athletic Clu | Institutional support | $1,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Institutional support | $1,000 |
| Childrens Center | Institutional support | $550 |
| Clark Park Coalition | Institutional support | $550 |
| Ruth Ellis Center | Institutional support | $550 |
| Planned Parenthood | Institutional support | $500 |
| St Josephs Indian School | Institutional support | $500 |
| Living Arts | Institutional support | $500 |
| Central Detroit Christian | Institutional support | $500 |
| Cass Community Social Services | Institutional support | $500 |
| Peservation Detroit | Institutional support | $300 |
| Chamber Music Society | Institutional support | $250 |
| MiSide | Institutional support | $250 |
| Greening of Detroit | Institutional support | $220 |
| National Trust for Historic Preserv | Institutional support | $220 |
| Univeristy of Detroit Jesuit High | Institutional support | $200 |
| Detroit Public Theater | Institutional support | $120 |
| Matrix Theater | Institutional support | $120 |
| WRCJ Radio | Institutional support | $120 |
| Friends of Bloomfield Public Librar | Institutional support | $120 |
| Bloomfield Main Street | Institutional support | $120 |
| Detroit Public Television | Institutional support | $120 |
| Detroit Opera House | Institutional support | $120 |
| Michigan Historic Preservation Netw | Institutional support | $110 |
| Detroit Repertory Theater | Institutional support | $104 |
| University of Michigan Lupus Resear | Institutional support | $100 |
| Covenant House | Institutional support | $100 |
| Compassion and Choice | Institutional support | $100 |
| Wikipedia | Institutional support | $100 |
| Eisenhower Dance | Institutional support | $100 |
| Historic BostonEdison Association | Institutional support | $100 |
| Thaw | Institutional support | $100 |
| Methodist Childrens Home Society | Institutional support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James L Hamilton
- Cleo V Hamilton
Questions people ask
Does James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust give?
$24,774 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $210.
Who runs James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists James L Hamilton (Trustee) and Cleo V Hamilton (Trustee).
What does James and Cleo Hamilton Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.