Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation is a private foundation in Dearborn, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$14.0 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.2 million the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $5.2 million | 49 | $21.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 40 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
Richard and Jane Manoogian 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 Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 36 | $1.6 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Renewal Initiative Foundation | Chartiable - operating fund | $1.0 million |
| Full Circle Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $133,000 |
| Mackinac Straits Health Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $100,000 |
| The White Barn Project | Charitable - operating fund | $100,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Indian River Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $50,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $48,735 |
| Anton Art Center | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $35,000 |
| Masaic Youth Theatre of Detroit | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $25,000 |
| Autism Alliance of Michigan | Charitable - operating fund | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan Neuronetwork for Emerging Therapies | Charitable - operating fund | $25,000 |
| University of Detroit Mercy School of Law | Education - operating fund | $25,000 |
| Michigan Humane | Charitable - operating fund | $23,500 |
| Michigan Home for the Armenian Age Inc | Charitable - operating fund | $20,650 |
| JT Mestdagh Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $20,000 |
| Citizens Research Council | Charitable - operating fund | $15,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of Michigan | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $10,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Theatre | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $10,000 |
| May's Mantle | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $10,000 |
| Smithsonian Institution Archives of American Art | Religious/cultural - operating fund | $10,000 |
| Historical Society of Michigan | Charitable - operating fund | $10,000 |
| NF Foward | Charitable - operating fund | $10,000 |
| Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars | Education - operating fund | $10,000 |
| Yeshiva Beth Yehuda | Education - operating fund | $9,500 |
| Grosse Pointe Chamber Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $8,000 |
| Junior League of Detroit | Charitable - operating fund | $6,000 |
| Catch Suite 223 Fisher Building | Charitable - operating fund | $5,000 |
| G G'S Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $5,000 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Charitable - operating fund | $5,000 |
| Mackinac Associates | Charitable - operating fund | $4,310 |
| Michilmackinac Historical Society | Charitable - operating fund | $4,200 |
| Grosse Pointe Park Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $3,000 |
| Mackinac Arts Council | Charitable - operating fund | $2,000 |
| Mackinac Horesmen's Association | Charitable - operating fund | $2,000 |
| Mackinac Island Medical Center | Charitable - operating fund | $2,000 |
| Wawashkamo Golf Club | Charitable - operating fund | $1,500 |
| Gentle Giants Draft House Rescue | Charitable - operating fund | $1,000 |
| Grosse Point Animal Adoption Society | Charitable - operating fund | $1,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Library Foundation | Charitable - operating fund | $1,000 |
| Mistletoe Magic - Tau Beta | Charitable - operating fund | $1,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Historical Society | Charitable - operating fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Manoogian
- Eugene Gargaro Jr
- Jane Manoogian
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard A Manoogian (Chairman), Eugene Gargaro Jr (President) and Jane Manoogian (Director).
What does Richard and Jane Manoogian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and health.