Pathways Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pathways Foundation is a private foundation in Farmington Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$35.9 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.4 million the year before.
21% 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 | $2.4 million | 19 | $33.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 19 | $35.9 million |
How to apply
Pathways 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 Pathways Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 15 | $1.9 million |
| Maine | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $125,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| We Shall Read | General fund | $300,000 |
| Friends of Acadia | General fund | $250,000 |
| Girls Group | General fund | $250,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General fund, pp fundraiser | $250,000 |
| Brilliant Detroit | General fund | $150,000 |
| Downtown Boxing Gym | General fund | $150,000 |
| Keep Growing Detroit | General fund | $150,000 |
| ACLU of Michigan | General fund | $125,000 |
| College for Creative Studies | Cap program | $120,000 |
| Black Leaders Detroit | General fund | $100,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | General fund, capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County | General fund | $100,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Global | General fund | $75,000 |
| Midnight Golf Program | General fund | $75,000 |
| Vista Maria | General fund | $70,000 |
| Orchards Childrens Service | General fund | $60,000 |
| On My Own Michigan | General fund | $50,000 |
| Gross Pointe Theatre | General fund | $10,000 |
| Southern Illinois First | General fund | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd R Watson
- Jill Watson
Questions people ask
Does Pathways Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pathways Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Pathways Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Todd R Watson (Trustee) and Jill Watson (Trustee).
What does Pathways Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and housing and homelessness.