Philip J Curtis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Philip J Curtis Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,700 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$96,700
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$707,082
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was down from $209,500 the year before.
93% 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 | $119,100 | 10 | $430,273 |
| 2024 | $209,500 | 8 | $570,325 |
| 2025 | $96,700 | 14 | $707,082 |
How to apply
Philip J Curtis 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 Philip J Curtis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $85,200 |
| Arizona | 3 | $11,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Arbor Univ | Capital | $50,000 |
| Jackson School of Arts | Operations | $11,000 |
| Cattle Track Arts | Operations | $10,000 |
| Jackson Co Parks | Capital | $10,000 |
| Jackson Symphony Orch | Operations | $5,000 |
| MI Theatre - Jackson | Capital | $5,000 |
| Dawn Farms | Operations | $1,000 |
| Family Service Jackson | Operations | $1,000 |
| Jackson Interfarth Sh | Operations | $1,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Operations | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Operations | $500 |
| Cascades Humane Society | Operations | $500 |
| Western High School | Operations | $500 |
| TurnIn2Sports | Operations | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip J Curtis
Questions people ask
Does Philip J Curtis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Philip J Curtis Foundation give?
$96,700 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Philip J Curtis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Philip J Curtis (Trustee).
What does Philip J Curtis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.