Melling Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Melling Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $95,000 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $200,500 | 2 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $95,000 | 12 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 10 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Melling 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 Melling Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 10 | $90,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shop Rat Foundation | General contributions | $25,000 |
| Compassionate Ministries of Jackson County | General contributions | $15,000 |
| Jackson Y-Center Inc (YMCA) | General contributions | $10,000 |
| Saint Martha Parish & School | General contributions | $10,000 |
| Jackson Friendly Home | General contributions | $7,500 |
| John George Home | General contributions | $7,500 |
| Ferris State University | General contributions | $5,000 |
| Michigan Theatre of Jackson Inc | Capital campaign | $5,000 |
| Lansing Catholic High School | General contributions | $2,500 |
| Lumen Christi Catholic School | General contributions | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark S Melling
- Christine Melling
- Michelle McShane
Questions people ask
Does Melling Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Melling Family Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Melling Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark S Melling (President/ Treasurer), Christine Melling (Vice President) and Michelle McShane (Secretary).
What does Melling Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.