Old Trail Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Old Trail Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $602,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $480,000. 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$602,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$480,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $253,500 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 | $253,500 | 14 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $602,000 | 11 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Old Trail 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 Old Trail Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 1 | $480,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 7 | $47,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Healing Waters | General program | $480,000 |
| St Jude | General program | $50,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation | General program | $35,000 |
| ASPCA | General program | $20,000 |
| Bonefish & Tarpon Trust | General program | $5,000 |
| Friends of Lake Leelanau | General program | $5,000 |
| Armed Forces Thanksgiving | General program | $2,500 |
| New Growth Project | General program | $2,500 |
| Remembering Eric - Fight Childhood Cancer | General program | $1,000 |
| Little Manistee Watershed Conservation Council | General program | $500 |
| Draw Michigan | General program | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Eardley
- Anne Eardley
- Scott Carano
Questions people ask
Does Old Trail Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Old Trail Foundation give?
$602,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Old Trail Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Eardley (President, Treasurer, Secretary), Anne Eardley (Vice President) and Scott Carano (Director).
What does Old Trail Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.