The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $342,343 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$342,343
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $186,260 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $144,250 | 35 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $186,260 | 35 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $342,343 | 35 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc 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 Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 33 | $328,143 |
| Illinois | 1 | $12,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Historical Elk Rapids Town Hall Association | Help for building purchase | $250,000 |
| Inland Seas Education Association | Laboratory | $51,200 |
| Northwestern University | John lee endowment | $12,000 |
| American Red Cross | Jamaica hurricane | $2,200 |
| Otsego County Community Foundation | General charitable | $2,118 |
| Elk Rapids Area Education Fund | General charitable | $2,000 |
| The National Writers Series | General charitable | $2,000 |
| Council of Michigan Foundations | General charitable | $1,500 |
| Elk Rapids Scholarship Fund | General charitable | $1,500 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Comm Foundation | General charitable | $1,500 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | General charitable | $1,200 |
| Groundwork Center | General charitable | $1,200 |
| Michigan League of Conservation Voters Ed | General charitable | $1,200 |
| Munson Healthcare Regional Foundation | General charitable | $1,200 |
| Seeds | General charitable | $1,200 |
| Crooked Trees Arts Center | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Dennos Museum Center | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Goodwill Inn | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Northwestern Michigan College | Water studies | $1,000 |
| Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay | Chain of lakes | $1,000 |
| Grass River Natural Area | General charitable | $900 |
| Northern Michigan Environmental Action Council | 2025 environmentalist of the year underwriting | $750 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | General charitable | $600 |
| Jordan River Arts Council | General charitable | $600 |
| Women's Resource Center | General charitable | $600 |
| Michigan Women's Forward | General charitable | $375 |
| Cmu Public Television | General charitable | $300 |
| Elk Rapids Historical Society | Bell tower repair | $300 |
| Central Michigan University | General charitable | $200 |
| Conservation Resource Alliance | General charitable | $150 |
| Three Lakes Association | General charitable | $150 |
| Torch Lake Protection Alliance | General charitable | $150 |
| Elk Rapids Public Library | General charitable | $100 |
| Torch Conservation Center | General charitable | $100 |
| Wilkinson Homestead Historical Society | General charitable | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie Lee
- Byrdie Butka
- Lee Georgs
Questions people ask
Does The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc give?
$342,343 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Leslie Lee (President), Byrdie Butka (Secretary) and Lee Georgs (Treasurer).
What does The Herrington-Fitch Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.