Sigma Gamma Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sigma Gamma Foundation is a private foundation in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $187,324 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $9,500 and the largest $55,000. 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$187,324
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$9,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $186,880 the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $144,838 | 7 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $186,880 | 8 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $187,324 | 12 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Sigma Gamma 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 Sigma Gamma Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 12 | $187,324 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boldi Exceptional Youth Services | Support for the parents as teachers program | $55,000 |
| Variety the Children's Charity of Detroit | To underwrite adaptive bicycles for children with special needs | $55,000 |
| Far Therapeutic Arts and Recreation | Support for scholarships for programming for children with special needs | $12,500 |
| The Family Center | Support for programming for children with special needs | $10,000 |
| The Fowler Center | Underwrite summer camperships for campers 18-26 years old with special needs at the fowler center | $10,000 |
| Penrickton Center for Blind Children | Support for children who are visually impaired with multiple disabilities | $10,000 |
| Full Circle Foundation Inc | For use in the edible garden | $9,000 |
| Sigma Gamma Assocation | In support of the story activity program, giving tree, and blooms for boldi campaign | $8,500 |
| Kids on the Go | Support for speech language programs for children with special needs | $7,324 |
| Therapy Ranch | Support for children with special needs | $5,000 |
| Banbury Cross Therapeutic Equestrian Center | Sponsor a horse in support of work with children with special needs | $3,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | For use in the sensory friendly program | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mrs John B Warren Jr
- Mrs David M Hempstead
- Mrs Peter Durand
- Mrs Charles L Henritzy
- Mrs William P Heller Jr
- Mrs George A Nicholson III
- Mrs Leonard W Smith
- Mrs Arther H Getz
- Mrs John Schneider
- Mrs Thomas R Quilter
- Mrs James F Whitehead III
- Mrs Roger Hull
- Mrs Garland M Knight III
- Mrs Robert R Lubera
- Mrs Lloyd A Semple
Questions people ask
Does Sigma Gamma Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sigma Gamma Foundation give?
$187,324 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $9,500.
Who runs Sigma Gamma Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mrs John B Warren Jr (Director), Mrs David M Hempstead (Director), Mrs Peter Durand (Director) and Mrs Charles L Henritzy (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Sigma Gamma Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, disability and education.