Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired
Preselected recipients only
Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired is a private foundation in Lakeport, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $750. 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$1,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$750
- Assets$63,680
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $1,500 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,500 | 3 | $69,687 |
| 2024 | $1,500 | 2 | $63,680 |
How to apply
Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone University | Student scholarship | $750 |
| Western Michigan University | Student scholarship | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Trisha Brejnak
- Rebecca Kooistra
- Dakota Burch
- Malaina Vanderwal
- Joe Todd
- Merisa Musemic
- Cornelius Dutmer
Questions people ask
Does Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired give?
$1,500 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired?
Its 2024 filing lists Trisha Brejnak (Asst Secretary), Rebecca Kooistra (Treasurer), Dakota Burch (Asst Treasurer) and Malaina Vanderwal (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.