The Hall Houseman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hall Houseman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Richland, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $358,968 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,533. 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$358,968
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,533
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $219,000 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $219,000 | 25 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $358,968 | 38 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
The Hall Houseman 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 Hall Houseman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 28 | $293,968 |
| New York | 4 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy | Operations | $75,533 |
| Western Michigan University-Wmuk | Wmuk | $30,000 |
| Leelanau Conservancy | Operations | $27,435 |
| Ministry With Community | Operations | $20,000 |
| Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes | Operations | $15,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Operations | $10,000 |
| Bronson Health Foundation | Operations | $10,000 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Operations | $10,000 |
| Goodwill of Southwest Michigan | Operations | $10,000 |
| YWCA of Kalamazoo | Operations | $10,000 |
| Out Metrowest | Operations | $10,000 |
| Greater Boston Pflag | Operations | $10,000 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | Operations | $8,000 |
| Cat Nap Lodge | Operations | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operations | $5,000 |
| Friends of Leland Public Library | Operations | $5,000 |
| Interlochen Public Radio | Operations | $5,000 |
| Irving S Gilmore Keyboard Festival | Operations | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Humane Society | Operations | $5,000 |
| Leelanau Cultural Center | Old art barn | $5,000 |
| Sherman Lake YMCA | Operations | $5,000 |
| SPCA of SW Mi | Operations | $5,000 |
| Tart Trails Inc | Operations | $5,000 |
| Wgvu - Grand Valley State University | Wgvu | $5,000 |
| Clean Air Task Force | Operations | $5,000 |
| Audubon Society | Operations | $5,000 |
| Backcountry Wilderness Area Fund | Operations | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Institute of Arts | Operations | $5,000 |
| Democracy Now | Operations | $5,000 |
| Propublica | Operations | $5,000 |
| Communities in Schools | Operations | $5,000 |
| The University of Virginia | Operations | $5,000 |
| Mercy for Animals | Operations | $5,000 |
| Wcmu Radio | Operations | $3,000 |
| Kalamazoo Nature Center | Operations | $3,000 |
| Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes | Operations | $3,000 |
| Gull Lake Community Schools Foundation | Operations | $3,000 |
| Kalamazoo Animal Rescue | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Curtis Hall
- Susan Houseman
- Russell Hall
- Brian Hall
- Evelyn Hall
- Michael Hall
Questions people ask
Does The Hall Houseman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hall Houseman Family Foundation give?
$358,968 in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Hall Houseman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Curtis Hall (Pres/Treas), Susan Houseman (Secretary), Russell Hall (Director) and Brian Hall (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Hall Houseman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.