Saranac Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Saranac Education Foundation is a private foundation in Saranac, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,000 | 1 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 1 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 1 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Saranac Education 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 Saranac Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saranac Community Schools | Tutoring grant | $125,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ed Brown
- Stephanie Smith
- Sandra Brown
- Bruce Chadwick
- James Brown
Questions people ask
Does Saranac Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saranac Education Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs Saranac Education Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ed Brown (President/Tr), Stephanie Smith (Vice Preside), Sandra Brown (Director) and Bruce Chadwick (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Saranac Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.