Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $30.3 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $19.6 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$30.3 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$19.6 million
- Assets$90.0 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $11.0 million the year before.
17% 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 | $11.0 million | 6 | $110 million |
| 2024 | $30.3 million | 7 | $90.0 million |
How to apply
Samuel & Jean Frankel 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 Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $30.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Charitable without restriction | $19.6 million |
| University of Michigan | Charitable without restriction | $10.0 million |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Charitable without restriction | $250,000 |
| Sphinx Organization | Charitable without restriction | $175,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | Charitable without restriction | $159,600 |
| Kids Kicking Cancer | Charitable without restriction | $100,000 |
| Special Olympics of Michigan | Charitable without restriction | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Frankel
- Bruce Frankel
- Joelyn Nyman
- Stuart Frankel
- Arthur Weiss
Questions people ask
Does Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation give?
$30.3 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley Frankel (President), Bruce Frankel (Trustee), Joelyn Nyman (Trustee) and Stuart Frankel (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Samuel & Jean Frankel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.