Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $758,500 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $15,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$758,500
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$15,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $752,500 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $752,500 | 41 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $758,500 | 37 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Ralph L & Winifred E Polk 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 Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37 | $758,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Zoological Society | Zoological services | $100,000 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | Nature conservation and promotion | $50,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Nature conservation and promotion | $50,000 |
| Trinity Health St Joseph Mercy Oakland | General fund | $50,000 |
| Cherryland Humane Society | Animal care and support | $25,000 |
| College for Creative Studies | Higher education | $25,000 |
| Michigan Humane Society | Animal care and support | $25,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | Education services | $25,000 |
| Cornerstone Schools Foundation | Education services | $20,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Services for the underprivileged | $20,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | Services for the underprivileged | $20,000 |
| Greening of Detroit | Nature conservation and promotion | $20,000 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | Promotion of the arts | $20,000 |
| Michigan Science Center | Education services | $20,000 |
| Racquet Up Detroit | Physical education services | $20,000 |
| Rose Hill | Mental health services | $20,000 |
| Say Detroit | Community services | $20,000 |
| Boldli Exceptional Youth Services | Youth services | $20,000 |
| Humble Design Inc | Services for the underprivileged | $15,500 |
| Father Fred Foundation | General welfare services | $15,000 |
| Great Lakes Children's Museum | Historical preservation | $15,000 |
| Judson Center | Youth services | $15,000 |
| Midnight Golf Program | Youth services | $15,000 |
| Wdet Detroit Public Radio | Community services | $15,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit | Community services | $15,000 |
| Automotive Hall of Fame | General fund | $10,000 |
| Building Beds 4 Kids | Services for the underprivileged | $10,000 |
| Detroit Opera | General fund | $10,000 |
| Detroit Pal | General fund | $10,000 |
| Detroit Riverfront Conservency | Nature conservation and promotion | $10,000 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Assistance for physically handicapped | $10,000 |
| Society of St Vincent Depaul | Services for the underprivileged | $10,000 |
| Tea | Education services | $10,000 |
| Inland Seas Education Association | Nature conservation and promotion | $10,000 |
| International Wildlife Refuge Alliance | Nature conservation and promotion | $5,000 |
| Seven Ponds Nature Center | Nature conservation and promotion | $5,000 |
| Friends of Peninsula Community Library | Education services | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Polk Osborne
- Roberta N Polk
- Susan P Scyphers
- Stephen R Polk
- Ryan L Polk
Questions people ask
Does Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation give?
$758,500 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $15,500.
Who runs Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine Polk Osborne (President/Treasurer/Truste), Roberta N Polk (Trustee), Susan P Scyphers (Trustee) and Stephen R Polk (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and education.