The Gibson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gibson Foundation is a private foundation in Farmington Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$70,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $32,000 | 5 | $369,088 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
The Gibson 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 Gibson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 5 | $70,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michgan State Baseball Michgan State Baseball | Scholarship | $50,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kirk H Gibson
- Joann P Gibson
- S Gary Spicer Sr
- Colleen Letcher
Questions people ask
Does The Gibson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gibson Foundation give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Gibson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kirk H Gibson (President), Joann P Gibson (Treasurer), S Gary Spicer Sr (Secretary) and Colleen Letcher (Member).
What does The Gibson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.