The Broad Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Broad Family Foundation is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $542,350 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$542,350
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $550,300 the year before.
7% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $337,500 | 22 | $3.3 million |
| 2023 | $150,000 | 15 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $550,300 | 32 | $10.8 million |
| 2025 | $542,350 | 29 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
The Broad Family 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 Broad Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 29 | $542,350 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Child & Family Services of Northwest Michigan | General operating | $60,000 |
| Michaels Place | General operating | $50,000 |
| Project Feed the Kids | General operating | $50,000 |
| Legacy Aviation Learning Center | General operating | $42,350 |
| Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools | General operating | $40,000 |
| Traverse Bay Childrens Advocacy Center | General operating | $35,000 |
| Single Momm | General operating | $30,000 |
| Love Thy Neighbor | General operating | $30,000 |
| Northwestern Michigan College Foundation | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | General operating | $20,000 |
| Power Book Bags | General operating | $20,000 |
| Generations Ahead | General operating | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General operating | $15,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Traverse City | General operating | $10,000 |
| Lake Ann Baptist Camp Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Keys to Freedom Ministries | General operating | $10,000 |
| Father Fred Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Inland Seas Education Association | General operating | $7,500 |
| Traverse City Optimist Club | General operating | $7,500 |
| Kalkaska Area Interfaith Resources | General operating | $5,000 |
| Peace Ranch | General operating | $5,000 |
| Reining Liberty Ranch | General operating | $5,000 |
| Norte Youth Cycling | General operating | $5,000 |
| BrickWays | General operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of the GT Conservation District | General operating | $5,000 |
| GT Regional Land Conservancy | General operating | $5,000 |
| Grand Traverse Industries | General operating | $5,000 |
| Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan | General operating | $5,000 |
| Seeds | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd E Broad
- Michelle A Broad
- Tyler L Broad
- Abbie A Clark
Questions people ask
Does The Broad Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Broad Family Foundation give?
$542,350 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Broad Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd E Broad (President), Michelle A Broad (Secretary), Tyler L Broad (Director) and Abbie A Clark (Director).
What does The Broad Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.