June 8th Foundation
Preselected recipients only
June 8th Foundation is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$20,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$181,726
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $20,500 the year before.
7% 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 | $19,500 | 13 | $206,994 |
| 2024 | $20,500 | 14 | $193,883 |
| 2025 | $20,500 | 14 | $181,726 |
How to apply
June 8th 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 June 8th Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $18,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emily Ann Griffin Foundation | General operating expenditures | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Michigan | General operating expenditures | $2,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General operating expenditures | $2,000 |
| Traverse Health Clinic | General operating expenditures | $2,000 |
| Northwestern Michigan College Scholarship Fund | Scholarship fund | $2,000 |
| Dennos Museum | General operating expenditures | $1,500 |
| Child and Family Services | General operating expenditures | $1,000 |
| Father Fred Foundation | General operating expenditures | $1,000 |
| Goodwill Ind | General operating expenditures | $1,000 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Cons | General operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operating expenditures | $1,000 |
| Acme Christian Thrift Store | General operating expenditures | $1,000 |
| Leelanau Land Conservancy | General operating expenditures | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity- GR Traverse | General operating expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Matz
- Barbara Matz
- Terry Griffin
Questions people ask
Does June 8th Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does June 8th Foundation give?
$20,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs June 8th Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Matz (President Tr), Barbara Matz (Director Sec) and Terry Griffin (Vice Pres Di).
What does June 8th Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.