Katers Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Katers Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Marquette, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $328,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $24,500 and the largest $275,000. 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$328,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$24,500
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$549,530
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $34,157 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $165,456 |
| 2023 | $12,750 | 6 | $442,689 |
| 2024 | $34,157 | 25 | $496,678 |
| 2025 | $328,000 | 4 | $549,530 |
How to apply
Katers 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 Katers Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $328,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marquette City Band | Community support-arts | $275,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | Unrestriced general support | $25,000 |
| Maps Education Foundation | Funding scholarships and grants | $24,000 |
| Father Marquette Catholic Academy | Religious | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Iris Katers
- John Katers
- Patrick Reilly
- Jessica Katers
- Laura Reilly
Questions people ask
Does Katers Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Katers Charitable Foundation give?
$328,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $24,500.
Who runs Katers Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Iris Katers (President), John Katers (Treasurer), Patrick Reilly (Secretary) and Jessica Katers (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Katers Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.