The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation
Accepts applications
The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation is a private foundation in Chelsea, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $463,341 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $3,442 and the largest $125,679. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$463,341
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$3,442
- Largest grant$125,679
- Assets$25.3 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $459,782 the year before.
45% 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 | $459,782 | 28 | $29.5 million |
| 2024 | $463,341 | 40 | $25.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Steve Petty 14800 E Old US 12, Chelsea, MI 48118 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (734) 433-4599 |
| What to submit | Electronic submission through the "grants" tab on the website. All information related to grant application is posted on the website. Applicants will be required to provide proof of non-profit status, responsible contact, demonstrated need, purpose, mission, budget, method of measurement, and sustainability plan. |
| Deadlines | Approximately the first of february, april, june, august, october & december. |
| Restrictions | Grants are limited to non-profits in the organization's service area. Including chelsea, dexter, grass lake, manchester, and stockbridge. The organization only grants to non-profits related to the organization's vision (eat better, move more, avoid unhealthy substances, and connect with others in healthy ways). |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 40 | $463,343 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester Community Schools | Wellness center | $125,679 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | Bulldog wellness warriors and programming | $75,000 |
| 5 Healthy Towns Foundation | Farm to school & walk to school wednesday. | $58,471 |
| Chelsea Wellness Center | Community member scholarships | $49,263 |
| Grass Lake Senior Center | Gl senior center - physical and social activities | $26,450 |
| Dexter Wellness Center | Community member scholarships | $18,046 |
| Manchester Area Senior Citizens Counc | General support - sr center building | $10,000 |
| Waterloo Township | Munith park | $10,000 |
| Stockbridge Area Senior Center | General support | $8,000 |
| Main Street Park Alliance | Park funding | $7,500 |
| City of Chelsea | Bike rack sponsorship | $6,825 |
| Grass Lake United Methodist Church | Lunch with friends | $6,250 |
| Stockbridge Community Schools | Stockbridge school trail maintenance & pathway/connect to beck with preserve | $5,800 |
| Grass Lake Farmers Market | Grass lake farmers market | $5,750 |
| Dexter Winter Farmers Market | Farmers market | $5,615 |
| Michigan State University | General support | $5,000 |
| Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express | Wave bus grass lake | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Mercy Hospital | Diabetes grant back | $4,722 |
| Stockbridge Community Outreach | Snack banks at smith and heritage | $4,650 |
| Open Air Market of Stockbridge | Suzi fest, music @ open air market, & market coupons | $3,500 |
| Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative | Bridge to dexter trail | $3,385 |
| Chelsea Senior Center | Csc fermented foods | $3,200 |
| Faith in Action | General support | $3,000 |
| Grass Lake Community Schools | Project safe graduation | $2,415 |
| Michigan Ministry Network Assemblies of God | Fall/winter 2024 | $1,620 |
| Village of Stockbridge | Water access | $1,430 |
| Unadilla Township | Rec coordinator | $1,130 |
| Manchester Community Resource Center | Wooden nickle - for market | $746 |
| Chelsea Educational Foundation | High paw sponsorship | $500 |
| Chelsea Hospital | Manchester - 5th qtr post game | $500 |
| Dexter Senior Citizen | B day lunches | $500 |
| Michigan Running Club | General support | $500 |
| St Louis Center | St. Louis center golf hole sponsorship | $500 |
| Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce | General support | $500 |
| Washtenaw Area Council for Children | Cyber safety | $500 |
| Stockbridge Wellness Center | Community member scholarships | $391 |
| Stockbridge Community News | General support | $330 |
| Grass Lake Whistlestop Park Association | Wolf lake ski club | $250 |
| Home of New Vision | Action team 3 sponsorship | $250 |
| Chelsea School District | Science night: how to build bodies. | $175 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Petty
- Joanne Rau
- Todd Raehtz
- Ginny Leikam
- Nicole O'Brien
- Katy Harmes
- Elizabeth Pielsticker
- Cassie Watson
- Abigael Davis
- Michele Derheim
- Benjamin Miles
- Rebecca Schnetzer
- Jeff Wojcik
- Matt Kennison
- Steve Keskes
Questions people ask
Does The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Approximately the first of february, april, june, august, october & december.
How much does The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation give?
$463,341 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $3,442.
Who runs The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steve Petty (Ceo), Joanne Rau (Vice Chair), Todd Raehtz (Chair) and Ginny Leikam (Secretary) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Chelsea Health and Wellness Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and seniors.