Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Livonia, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,000 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $4,600 and the largest $113,600. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$375,000
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$4,600
- Largest grant$113,600
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $250,000 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $210,000 | 40 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 40 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $375,000 | 43 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Paula Mucci 17199 N Laurel Park Dr Ste 301, Livonia, MI 48152 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (734) 953-8600, paula@kopmeyertalty.com |
| What to submit | Grant application |
| Deadlines | August 15 |
What Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 41 | $361,900 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,800 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Zoological Society | Zoo education & workforce developmen | $113,600 |
| Holy Redeemer Parish | Uncle fran's name scholarships | $24,600 |
| Hiram Farm Living & Learning | Adults with autism transportation | $14,400 |
| Saints Robert & William Catholic SC | Payment for new flooring | $13,900 |
| Ohio Guidestone | Help children with mental services | $13,200 |
| Notre Dame-Cathedral | Performing arts program | $10,800 |
| Sisters of the Most Holy Trinity | Renovation of the chapel at shrine | $10,800 |
| St Therese of the Child Jesus Acade | School books, and educational trips | $10,700 |
| Holy Name High School | Fund tuition assistance program | $10,000 |
| Individual | Student scholarships highschool | $8,900 |
| The Felician Sisters Child Care | Remove and replace playground | $8,800 |
| Medwish International | Salvage used medical equipment | $8,300 |
| Front Steps Housing and Services | Funds for chronically homeless | $7,600 |
| Fibromascular Dysplasia Society | Support awareness | $7,300 |
| Benedictine High School | Benedictine scholarship program | $7,100 |
| Natnl Alliance Mental Ill | Payment for support groups, ed, prog | $5,400 |
| Students of Promise | Transitional homes for women & kids | $5,300 |
| Shoes and Cloths for Kids | Support catholic churches | $5,200 |
| Irish American Archives Assoc | Educate on history of the irish | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Support after school programs | $4,900 |
| Children's Museum Cleveland | Special needs access program | $4,900 |
| Hopewell | Assist mental health residence | $4,600 |
| United Cerebral Palsy of Greater CL | Care for prenatal clients | $4,600 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | Food for children and adults | $4,500 |
| Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland | Food resource for childrend & adults | $4,400 |
| Rainey Institute | Student scholarships highschool | $4,400 |
| Open Heart Magic | Bedside magic program for children | $4,300 |
| Treatment Works Inc | Sober living van request | $4,300 |
| Blossom Hill | Day program adults with disablity | $4,200 |
| Chargrin Falls Park Com Center | Youth programs and summer camp | $4,100 |
| Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry | Guardianship services program | $4,000 |
| Individual | Student scholarships highschool | $3,700 |
| Empowering Epilepsy | Help those living with disease | $3,600 |
| Esperanza | Educational support 6th-12th grade | $3,600 |
| Holmes Center for the Arts LTD | 8 week art program for at risk kids | $3,500 |
| Regina Health Center | Support residency beautification | $3,100 |
| Fieldstone Farm | Therapy horses for disabled | $2,700 |
| Cleveland Public Theater | After school theater arts program | $2,600 |
| Seeds of Literacy | Adult literacy program | $2,400 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleve | Wellness warrior course | $1,900 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick E Talty
- Joseph E Talty
- Kevin J Santa
- Nari Talty-Schenkelberg
- Meghan C Schenkelberg
- Monte Unetic
- Kathryn M Talty
Questions people ask
Does Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: August 15.
How much does Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust give?
$375,000 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $4,600.
Who runs Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Patrick E Talty (Trustee), Joseph E Talty (Trustee), Kevin J Santa (Trustee) and Nari Talty-Schenkelberg (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Michael Talty and Helen Talty Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and youth programs.