Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $70,550 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $20,000. 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$70,550
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$851,527
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was down from $166,000 the year before.
74% 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 | $166,000 | 31 | $817,782 |
| 2024 | $70,550 | 47 | $851,527 |
How to apply
Robert E & Ann R Meredith 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 Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 21 | $44,250 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,500 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $5,500 |
| Virginia | 4 | $4,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $2,250 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University Musical Society | General support | $20,000 |
| Fostering Great Ideas | General support | $5,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries | General support | $5,000 |
| Easterseals | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends in Deed | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends in Deed | General support | $5,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General support | $3,000 |
| National Wild Life | General support | $2,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Assocation of America | General support | $1,000 |
| Detroit Public TV | General support | $1,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | General support | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $1,000 |
| Alpha Omicron Pi | General support | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research | General support | $500 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries | General support | $500 |
| American Heart Association Gift Processing Center | General support | $500 |
| Disabled American | General support | $500 |
| American Diabetes Association (Ada) | General support | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $500 |
| International Campaign for Tibet (Ict) | General support | $500 |
| Food Gatherers | General support | $500 |
| Gleaners Community | General support | $500 |
| Sos Community Services | General support | $500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Assocation of America | General support | $500 |
| The Neutral Zone | General support | $500 |
| Easterseals | General support | $500 |
| Smile Train | General support | $500 |
| Toys for Tots | General support | $500 |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan | General support | $500 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) | General support | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund Development Department | General support | $500 |
| Ecology Center | General support | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $500 |
| Shelter Association of Washtenaw County | General support | $500 |
| Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels | General support | $500 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | General support | $500 |
| Shriners Hospital for Childrens | General support | $500 |
| Growing Hope | General support | $500 |
| Prison Mindfulness Institute | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Meredith
Questions people ask
Does Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation give?
$70,550 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Meredith (Trustee).
What does Robert E & Ann R Meredith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, housing and homelessness and faith communities.