Kramer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kramer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $700,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$700,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $568,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $568,000 | 23 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $700,000 | 23 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
Kramer Family 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 Kramer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $385,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $60,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $40,000 |
| New York | 1 | $35,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $25,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Operation Smile Inc | Support for daily | $60,000 |
| San Francisco Solano Catholic Church | Support for daily | $50,000 |
| St Jude Children's RSRCH Hospital | Support for daily | $50,000 |
| Concordia University Irvine | Support for daily | $50,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support for daily | $35,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| San Clemente Military Family Outreach | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Saddleback Memorial Foundation | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Family Assistance Ministries | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| High Hopes Neurological Recovery Group | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Water Missions International | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Midnight Mission | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission Inc | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Blind Children's Learning Center | Support for daily | $30,000 |
| Tustin Community Foundation | Support for daily | $25,000 |
| Las Vegas Valley Humane Society | Support for daily | $25,000 |
| Shepherds Canyon Retreat | Support for daily | $20,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Fndn of Orange County | Support for daily | $20,000 |
| Park City Community Foundation | Support for daily | $15,000 |
| National Ability Center | Support for daily | $10,000 |
| Brain Rehabilitation and Injury Network | Support for daily | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Comerica Bank
Questions people ask
Does Kramer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kramer Family Foundation give?
$700,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Kramer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Comerica Bank (Trustee).
What does Kramer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.