The Henry Ford II Fund
Accepts applications
The Henry Ford II Fund is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.6 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$35.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
67% 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 | $1.2 million | 14 | $32.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 15 | $35.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David P Larsen 1901 St Antoine St 6th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (313) 259-7777 |
| What to submit | Brief letter, financial statement, and copy of IRS determination letter. |
| Restrictions | Awards generally limited to charitable organizations already favorably known to, and of interest to, the substantial contributors of this foundation. No grants to individuals. |
What The Henry Ford II Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 12 | $1.5 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Ford Health | Program services | $1.0 million |
| Grosse Pointe Memorial Church | Program services | $100,000 |
| The Children's Foundation | Program services | $100,000 |
| Wayne State University Law School | Program services | $60,000 |
| ACLU Fund of Michigan | Program services | $50,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Program services | $50,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | Capital campaign endowment | $50,000 |
| JDRF | Program services | $50,000 |
| New York-Presbyterian | Program services | $50,000 |
| Detroit PBS | Program services | $40,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Henry Ford Estate | Program services | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan | Program services | $10,000 |
| Detroit Public Television | Program services | $10,000 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | Program services | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edsel B Ford II
- Thomas J Motschall
- David P Larsen
- Cynthia N Ford
- Henry Ford III
Questions people ask
Does The Henry Ford II Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Henry Ford II Fund give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Henry Ford II Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Edsel B Ford II (President/ Director), Thomas J Motschall (Treasurer), David P Larsen (Secretary) and Cynthia N Ford (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Henry Ford II Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.