Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fremont, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $12,500. 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$86,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $83,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $53,000 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $83,000 | 7 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $86,000 | 9 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc 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 Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $65,500 |
| California | 1 | $12,500 |
| New York | 1 | $7,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seeds | Ecological & education | $12,500 |
| Ocean Discovery Institute | Science and education | $12,500 |
| West Mich Trails Greenways Coalit | Trails | $12,500 |
| Blandford Nature Center | Nature conservancy | $12,500 |
| New City Kids | After school center | $12,500 |
| True North Community Services | Community service | $8,000 |
| St Cecilia Music Center | Art, culture & humanities | $7,500 |
| The Adventure Project | Community service | $7,000 |
| Lands for Biological Diversity | Nature conservancy | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Tuuk
- Roger Tuuk
- Jonathan Tuuk
- Jennifer Tuuk
Questions people ask
Does Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc give?
$86,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca Tuuk (President), Roger Tuuk (Director), Jonathan Tuuk (Director) and Jennifer Tuuk (Director).
What does Shafer-Tuuk Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.