Serra Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Serra Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Blanc, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $208,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$208,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $186,100 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 | $186,100 | 31 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $208,000 | 30 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Serra Family Fd-Lynne Parker-Farms 9095 S Saginaw Rd Unit 9, Grand Blanc, MI 48439 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (248) 770-5540, lparker@serrausa.com |
| What to submit | Letter form |
What Serra Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 29 | $203,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Everest Academy | General Use | $25,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lakes HS | General Use | $20,000 |
| St Vincent DePaul Society | General Use | $15,000 |
| Northwood University | General Use | $12,500 |
| Hillsdale College | General Use | $10,000 |
| Kinghts of Columbus Council | General Use | $10,000 |
| Lourdes Inc | General Use | $10,000 |
| Crossover Outreach | General Use | $10,000 |
| Henry Ford Health System | General Use | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Oakland County | General Use | $8,000 |
| Open Door Outreach Center | General Use | $8,000 |
| Regents of the University of Michigan | General Use | $7,500 |
| Albion College | General Use | $5,000 |
| Boys Scouts of America | General Use | $5,000 |
| First Tee of the Lowcountry | General Use | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Grand Blanc GRID | General use | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lakes Alumni Assoc | General Use | $5,000 |
| Waterford Senior Center | General Use | $5,000 |
| Miracle League of Greater Flint | General Use | $5,000 |
| Building Beds 4 Kids | General Use | $5,000 |
| Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi | General Use | $4,000 |
| On My Own of Michigan | General Use | $2,500 |
| The Friendship Circle | General Use | $2,500 |
| Church of the Holy Family | General Use | $2,000 |
| Conservation Resource Alliance | General Use | $2,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of MI | General Use | $2,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Church | General Use | $2,000 |
| Rosary Community Retreats Foundation | General Use | $2,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Flint | General Use | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics | General Use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Lowney
- Lynne Parker-Farms
- Alice Serra Reid
- Mary McMahon
- Amy Albright
Questions people ask
Does Serra Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Serra Family Foundation give?
$208,000 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Serra Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Lowney (Director, VP), Lynne Parker-Farms (Treasurer), Alice Serra Reid (Director, VP) and Mary McMahon (Director, VP) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Serra Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.