Ruth Mott Foundation
Accepts applications
Ruth Mott Foundation is a private foundation in Flint, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $400,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.4 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$272 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.8 million the year before.
23% 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 | $6.8 million | 60 | $257 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 51 | $272 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ruth Mott Foundation 111 E Court St Suite 3C, Flint, MI 48502-1649 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (810) 233-0170 |
| What to submit | Potential grantees are encouraged to go to www.ruthmottfoundation.org for information on the ruth mott foundation grant process and guidelines. |
| Deadlines | Board approves grants 3 times a year (feb/march, june & oct). See website for specific deadlines. |
| Restrictions | The ruth mott foundation believes in community vitality, which emerges from safe and vibrant neighborhoods that are home to healthy, financially secure families and children. To achieve this in our community, we are focusing our efforts on north flint, the area where we believe our efforts can make the biggest difference. We define north flint as the city limits on the west, north and east, and flushing road/5th avenue/longway boulevard corridor to the south. Grants must address youth, safety, economic opportunity, or neighborhoods. More specific guidelines can be found on the foundation's website - www.ruthmottfoundation.org. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ruth Mott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 46 | $4.1 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $15,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | Rx kids: prenatal and infant allowances in flint, mi | $400,000 |
| Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission | North flint public safety strategy 2024 | $390,000 |
| Urban Renaissance Center | Urc general operating support 2024 - 2025 | $315,000 |
| Genesee County Land Bank Authority | Clean & green 2025 | $300,000 |
| Evergreen Community Development Initiative | General operating support 2024-2026 | $150,000 |
| Metro Community Development Inc | North flint neighborhood and small business revitalization project | $150,000 |
| Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village | Sbev general operating 2023 - 2025 | $150,000 |
| Sipi Inc | North flint capacity building 2024-2025 | $141,230 |
| Hispanic Technology and Community Center DBA Latinx Technology and Communit | General operating support 2025-2026 | $125,000 |
| Asbury Community Development Corporation | Asbury general operating support 2025-2026 | $112,500 |
| Neighborhood Engagement Hub | Neh general operations 2024 - 2025 | $105,000 |
| United Way of Genesee County | Friends of berston - general operation 2023-2025 | $100,000 |
| Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Flint | Safe places 2024-2025 | $100,000 |
| Communities First Inc | Building healthy and vibrant communities | $95,000 |
| Made Institute | Made general operating support 2024-2026 | $92,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Flint | Neighborhood small grants programs 2024 | $90,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Flint | Bgc general operating support 2024 - 2025 | $80,000 |
| Cpsa Courier Inc | Courier general operating support 2024-2026 | $80,000 |
| Bethel United Methodist Church | Flint freedom school collaborative 2024-2025 | $75,000 |
| Crime Stoppers of Flint and Genesee County | Crime stoppers general operating support 2024 | $75,000 |
| Involveddad | Impact/family matters - father engagement 2024 | $75,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | Lisc flint strategy 2022-2025 | $75,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County | Out of school time mentoring program 2024 - 2025 | $65,000 |
| Legal Services of Eastern Michigan | The north flint legal outreach & immersion project 2025 | $59,500 |
| Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village | North flint neighborhood action council 2023 | $55,000 |
| Child Care Network | Family support program 2025 | $50,000 |
| Motherly Intercession | Reading and counting to succeed 2024 | $45,000 |
| Nation Outside | Nation outside flint chapter 2024 | $45,000 |
| Bangtown Studio on the Go | Studio on the go 2024 | $41,000 |
| Ferris Wheel Innovation Center DBA 100K Ideas | 100k north flint programming initiative 2024 | $40,000 |
| Project Syncere Inc | Stemnetics 2024-2025 | $40,000 |
| Active Boys in Christ | Abc general operating support 2024-2025 | $38,000 |
| Flint and Genesee Chamber Foundation | Flintside on the ground: 2024-2025 | $37,300 |
| Forge Flint | Reliable transportation for employment opportunities 2025 | $37,200 |
| Center for Higher Educational Achievement (Chea) | Chea north flint adult education program 2024-2025 | $35,000 |
| The Flint Institute of Music Inc | Community programs 2024 | $35,000 |
| African Drum and Dance Parents Association | Addpa general operating support 2024 | $30,000 |
| GEARUP2LEAD | The engagement center & coalition 2024 | $30,000 |
| Peckham Inc | Embers project 2024 | $28,700 |
| Flint Jackson Park Youth League | Jackson park general operating support 2024 | $22,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Maryanne Mott
- Kyle McCree
- Joseph Robinson
- Shannon Easter White
- Robert Pestronk
- Charles Meynet
- Marise Mott Meynet Sheehan
- Debra Furr-Holden
- Ja'nel Jamerson
- Tiffany Brown
- Raquel Thueme
Questions people ask
Does Ruth Mott Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Board approves grants 3 times a year (feb/march, june & oct). See website for specific deadlines.
How much does Ruth Mott Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Ruth Mott Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maryanne Mott (Chair), Kyle McCree (Vice Chair), Joseph Robinson (Treasurer) and Shannon Easter White (Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Ruth Mott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and education.