MPS Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MPS Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $200,000 the year before.
8% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $200,000 | 22 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 24 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 25 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
MPS 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 MPS Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 22 | $190,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Superior Conservancy & Watershed Council | General operating support | $45,000 |
| McLaren Northern Mi Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Ann's Nest | General operating support | $25,000 |
| MSRW (Mac Straits Raptor Watch) | General operating support | $24,000 |
| Little Traverse Bay Humane Society | General operating support | $17,500 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | General operating support | $15,000 |
| No Central Mi College Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | General operating support | $8,000 |
| Allen Bass Fund | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Harbor Springs Historical Society | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Rising Hope Equestrian Center | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Harbor Springs Comm Food Pantry | General operating support | $3,500 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Presbyterian Villages of Mi Foundation | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Adopt A Golden Birmingham | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Harbor Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Scenic Mi | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Freshwater Future | General operating support | $500 |
| Great Lakes Center for the Arts | General operating support | $500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General operating support | $500 |
| Seney National Wildlife Refuge | General operating support | $200 |
| Groundwork Center | General operating support | $100 |
| Mi Audubon Society | General operating support | $100 |
| Petoskey Harbor Springs Comm Foundation | General operating support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne N Arbaugh
- Steven L Arbaugh
- Flora Ottimer Arbaugh
Questions people ask
Does MPS Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MPS Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs MPS Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joanne N Arbaugh (Pres., Sec., & Treas.), Steven L Arbaugh (Vice Pres.) and Flora Ottimer Arbaugh (Director).
What does MPS Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.