James C Acheson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James C Acheson Foundation is a private foundation in Port Huron, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $475,338 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $300,000. 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$475,338
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $367,914 the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $437,633 | 26 | $18.6 million |
| 2023 | $367,914 | 23 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $475,338 | 16 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
James C Acheson 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What James C Acheson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $475,338 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of St Clair Co | General support | $300,000 |
| Port Huron Children's Museum | General support | $110,000 |
| Individual | General support | $26,558 |
| Literacy Beyond | General support | $7,280 |
| Blue Water Area Chamber | General support | $5,500 |
| Port Huron Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
| Hunter Hospitality House | General support | $5,000 |
| St Clair County Child Abuse | General support | $3,000 |
| Individual | General support | $2,500 |
| Port Huron Police Department | General support | $2,500 |
| Phasd Robotics Team | General support | $1,500 |
| Sons | General support | $1,500 |
| Operation Transformation | General support | $1,500 |
| Port Huron YMCA | General support | $1,500 |
| Mid-City Nutrition | General support | $1,000 |
| Individual | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Oldford
- Frank Tranzow
Questions people ask
Does James C Acheson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James C Acheson Foundation give?
$475,338 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs James C Acheson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Oldford (Trustee/Dire) and Frank Tranzow (Trustee/Dire).
What does James C Acheson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and youth programs.