Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,175 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $8,100. 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$78,175
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$8,100
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,869 the year before.
27% 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 | $53,446 | 33 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $53,869 | 34 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $78,175 | 34 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester 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 Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 31 | $70,595 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,080 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dia | 2025 dia gala | $8,100 |
| Jewish Federation | 2026 annual campaign | $5,400 |
| Cass Community Social Services | Meals, shelter & support | $5,000 |
| Detroit Public TV | Society for excellence membership | $5,000 |
| Gleaners | General support | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County | General support | $4,000 |
| Have Faith Haiti | General support | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $4,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $3,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | Various funds | $2,800 |
| Cots | General support | $2,500 |
| Haven | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Heifer International | Give where needed most fund | $2,500 |
| Edesia Nutrition | Emergency food shipments | $2,080 |
| Christ Child House | General support | $2,000 |
| Detroit Public Theatre | Seat campaign | $2,000 |
| Grace Centers of Hope | General support | $2,000 |
| Lighthouse | General support | $2,000 |
| Thaw Fund | General support | $2,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | General support | $1,875 |
| Wdet | Public radio | $1,200 |
| Detroit Historical Society | General support | $1,120 |
| Charlevoix Circle of the Arts | Benefactor of the arts membership | $1,000 |
| Charlevoix Historical Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Common Ground | Crisis programming | $1,000 |
| Jewish Historical Society of Mi | In the neighborhood sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council | In memory of ann and mike rosenthal | $1,000 |
| ACLU Fund of Michigan | Protect civil liberties | $500 |
| Harbor Springs Festival of the Book | In honor of sara smith | $500 |
| Historical Society of Michigan | Annual appeal 2025 | $500 |
| Lake Charlevoix Assn | General support | $500 |
| Mosiac Youth Theatre of Detroit | General support | $500 |
| Motor City Lyric Opera | Outreach programs | $500 |
| Oakland Literary Council | In memory of steve forester | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Randolph L Forester
- Rochelle Forester
Questions people ask
Does Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation give?
$78,175 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Randolph L Forester (Secretary/Director) and Rochelle Forester (President/Director).
What does Rochelle Rosenthal Forester and Randolph L Forester Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and housing and homelessness.