Niles Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Niles Foundation is a private foundation in Fenton, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,398 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$70,398
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$229,263
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,502 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $55,929 | 11 | $170,436 |
| 2024 | $39,502 | 10 | $210,227 |
| 2025 | $70,398 | 17 | $229,263 |
How to apply
Niles 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 Niles Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $58,538 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $9,860 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fenton Center of Hope | Financial assistance | $25,000 |
| Freeland Community Schools | Financial assistance | $10,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $8,224 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| SL Smoke 910U Fastpitch Softball | Financial assistance | $4,360 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of the Great Lakes Bay Region | Financial assistance | $3,950 |
| Greater Michigan Construction Academy | Financial assistance | $3,500 |
| Mason Middle School | Financial assistance | $2,214 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $2,000 |
| Free Bikes 4 Kidz | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Linden High School | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Saginaw Community Foundation | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| Suicide Resource and Response Network | Financial assistance | $1,000 |
| The Way Coffee Co | Financial assistance | $900 |
| Build Better Foundation | Financial assistance | $500 |
| Food Pantry of Carroll County | Financial assistance | $500 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Niles
- Susan Gilchrist
- Sarah Tottingham
- Phil Bradley
- Alissa Miller
Questions people ask
Does Niles Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Niles Foundation give?
$70,398 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Niles Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ryan Niles (President), Susan Gilchrist (Director), Sarah Tottingham (Secretary) and Phil Bradley (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Niles Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.