The Alix Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Alix Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.4 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $23,898 and the largest $3.5 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$4.4 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$23,898
- Largest grant$3.5 million
- Assets$63.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $29.7 million the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 | $29.7 million | 17 | $56.6 million |
| 2024 | $4.4 million | 16 | $63.9 million |
How to apply
The Alix 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 The Alix Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3.5 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $237,417 |
| New York | 2 | $226,824 |
| Maryland | 1 | $200,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $111,536 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $33,471 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Education | $3.5 million |
| American Friends of Grange Park Opera Foundation | Humanities | $237,417 |
| Teachers College Columbia University | Education | $200,000 |
| The Johns Hopkins University | Education | $200,000 |
| Collegespring | General welfare | $50,000 |
| Bloomfield Hills Schools Foundation | Education | $32,000 |
| Friends of the Johnson Nature Center | Education | $29,806 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Health care | $26,824 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Humanities | $20,971 |
| Motown Historical Museum Inc | Humanities | $20,000 |
| NW Goldberg Cares | General welfare | $17,000 |
| American College of Bankruptcy Foundation | General welfare | $12,500 |
| Council of Michigan Foundations Inc | General welfare | $8,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Health care | $5,000 |
| Hitha Healing House Inc | General welfare | $4,230 |
| Jeremie Rising | Education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Alix
- Robert E Shields
- Arthur J Kubert
- Christine T Alix
- Anika F Alix
Questions people ask
Does The Alix Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Alix Foundation give?
$4.4 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $23,898.
Who runs The Alix Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jay Alix (Chairman of the Board), Robert E Shields (Ceo), Arthur J Kubert (Vp,cfo,secretary & Treasurer) and Christine T Alix (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Alix Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.