Read Family Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Read Family Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,190 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$64,190
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$476,753
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,600 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $36,650 | 8 | $298,785 |
| 2024 | $20,600 | 7 | $409,643 |
| 2025 | $64,190 | 8 | $476,753 |
How to apply
Read Family Charitable Fund 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 Read Family Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $48,190 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk in the Hills Church | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Hopes Garden | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Shades of Pink Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| West Side Christian Acadamy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Fallen and Wounded Soldiers | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Grace Center for Hope | Charitable | $690 |
| Leelanau Conservatory | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Renee T Read
- Eileen Weisse-McIssac
Questions people ask
Does Read Family Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Read Family Charitable Fund give?
$64,190 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Read Family Charitable Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Renee T Read (President) and Eileen Weisse-McIssac (Director).
What does Read Family Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.