The Fletcher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fletcher Foundation is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $142,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$142,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$8.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $26,000 | 13 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $26,000 | 12 | $7.7 million |
| 2025 | $142,000 | 16 | $8.9 million |
How to apply
The Fletcher 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 Fletcher Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $142,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes | Operating support | $20,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society St Augustine Cathedral | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Friendship House | Christian resource center | $20,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society St Joseph Catholic Church | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Aacorn | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Kalamazoo | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo | Caring network | $5,000 |
| Centrica Care Navigators | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Kalamazoo | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Family & Children Services | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Ministry With Community | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Shepherd's Center of Greater Kalamazoo | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Building Blocks of Kalamazoo | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Community Homeworks | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Disability Network of Southwest Michigan | Operating support | $5,000 |
| First Day Shoe Fund | Operating support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward J Fletcher
- Erica Vanneste-Weber
- James C Melvin
- George Jepson
Questions people ask
Does The Fletcher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fletcher Foundation give?
$142,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Fletcher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward J Fletcher (President/Director), Erica Vanneste-Weber (Secretary/Director), James C Melvin (Treasurer/Director) and George Jepson (Vice President/Director).
What does The Fletcher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.