Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Marquette, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $843,115 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$843,115
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$14.8 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $640,450 the year before.
28% 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 | $640,450 | 42 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $843,115 | 47 | $14.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark Hirvonen 451 Lakewood Lane, Marquette, MI 49855 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (906) 249-1578 |
| What to submit | Letter, form, organization, purpose, deadline, and contact person |
| Restrictions | Distributions only to qualified 501(c)(3) exempt organizations or exempt municipalities. |
What Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 38 | $774,115 |
| Florida | 8 | $64,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| David Thu Brule YMCA Marquette Coun | Capital campaign for construction of new fieldhouse. | $250,000 |
| Marquette County | Silver lead creek land acquistion. | $113,400 |
| Marquette County | Silver lead creek greenway design. | $100,000 |
| Marquette County Fair | Capital campaign fo rnew building. | $40,000 |
| United Way of Marquette | Capital campaign for kids cove playground | $25,000 |
| Shiras Institute | Capital campaign for new planetarium projector | $25,000 |
| Marquette Maritime Museum | Capital campaign - roof replacement. | $20,000 |
| Trillium House | Capital campaign to rebuild from flood damages. | $15,315 |
| Elliott Museum | Capital campaign to upgrade lighting. | $15,000 |
| Cancer Care of MQT Co | Program support for financial assistance for cancer patients of the upper peninsula of michigan. | $15,000 |
| Superior Central Schools | Capital campaign for playground upgrades | $15,000 |
| Martin Arts | Capital campaign to convert old high school into arts center | $15,000 |
| Up Land Conservatory | Chocolay preserve purchase match | $12,500 |
| Bay Cliff Health Camp | Program support, including camper scholarships | $10,000 |
| Marquette Regional History Museum | Program support for operations | $10,000 |
| Peter White Public Library Fdn | Program support - general operations | $10,000 |
| Public Radio 90 | Underwrite cost of local programming | $10,000 |
| Public TV 13 | Underwrite cost of local proframming | $10,000 |
| Harbor Housemqt Women's Center | Sponsor car show & bkdg upgrades. | $10,000 |
| Treasure Coast Hospice | Hospice program support for music therapy | $10,000 |
| Feding America SW Michigan | Program support for ongoing programs in marquette and alger counties. | $10,000 |
| Kane Center - Martin Council on Agi | Program support for seniors (meals, day care, etc.) | $8,500 |
| Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum | Relacement of old windows & doors | $8,000 |
| Lake Superior Life Home Health Hosp | Program support desgnated for art, veterans, patient care fund. | $5,000 |
| Up Childrens Museum | Program support for general operations. | $5,000 |
| Willow Farm Therapeutic Riding Prog | Program support for general operations. | $5,000 |
| Superior String Alliance | Program support for general operating costs. | $5,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters Treasure Co | Program support for career exploration program. | $5,000 |
| Liberty Children's Art Project | Program support for teachers and supplies | $5,000 |
| Marquette Junior Golf Assocaition | Sponsor final event | $5,000 |
| Noquemenon Trails Network Council | Marquette county trail development & youth programs | $5,000 |
| Up Children's Therapy | Program support for general operations. | $5,000 |
| Lifeline Pilots | Program support | $5,000 |
| South Florida PBS | Program support for public broadcasting | $5,000 |
| United Way of Marquette County | Food insecurity exchange | $5,000 |
| Lake Superior Art Association | Program support for plein aire | $3,500 |
| Marquette Beautification Restoratio | Program support - city eautification efforts. | $3,000 |
| Treasure Coast Youth Symphony | Program support | $3,000 |
| Zero Degrees Gallery | Support for teen mentorship program. | $2,600 |
| Wm Bonifas Fine Arts Center | Program support for art week program | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Hirvonen
- Matt Hirvonen
- Mark Hirvonen
- Ray Hirvonen
- Erik Hirvonen Allkins
- Kyle Hirvonen Allkins
- Corey Blake
Questions people ask
Does Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation give?
$843,115 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Hirvonen (President), Matt Hirvonen (Vice President), Mark Hirvonen (Secretary) and Ray Hirvonen (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Ray & Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.