The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation
Accepts applications
The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation is a private foundation in Okemos, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $148,650 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $11,825 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$148,650
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$11,825
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $110,000 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 11 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $148,650 | 12 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James A Currie President 4759 Ottawa Drive, Okemos, MI 48864 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (517) 349-9490 |
| What to submit | Grant application form including applicants governing body, tax exempt status letter, project budget |
| Restrictions | No grants for individual scholarships |
What The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 12 | $148,650 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Impression 5 Science Museum | General museum fndg | $25,000 |
| The Soo Locks Children's Museum | Museum exhibit develpmt | $20,000 |
| Feeding America West Mi Food Bank | Mobil food pantry | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation of Marquette Co | Utility dome kids cove | $15,000 |
| Grand Marais Historical Soc Inc | Old post office restoratn project | $15,000 |
| Lansing Food Bank | Mid mi mobil food pantry | $12,500 |
| Highfields Inc | Music therapy program | $11,150 |
| Upper Peninsula Children's Museum | Playmakers program | $10,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Hospital and Rehab | Wheelchair sports camp | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Lansing | Coding program | $7,500 |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan | Girl scouts outreach | $5,000 |
| Scouting of America Crossroads Cncil | Scoutreach | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Currie
- Kevin Hoerauf
- Kimberly Currie
- Matthew Currie
Questions people ask
Does The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation give?
$148,650 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $11,825.
Who runs The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Currie (President), Kevin Hoerauf (Vice-Pres), Kimberly Currie (Scretary) and Matthew Currie (Trustee).
What does The James and Kimberly Currie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and food and hunger.