The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$86,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $84,000 | 23 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $78,000 | 23 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $86,000 | 23 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Julius H and Barbara B Beers 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 22 | $85,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Munson Healthcare Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Goodwill Inn | General | $6,000 |
| Cherryland Humane Society | General | $5,000 |
| Father Fred Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | General | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $5,000 |
| Inland Seas Education Association | General | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Michigan College | General | $5,000 |
| Traverse Health Clinic | General | $5,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | General | $5,000 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Northwest Michigan Supportive Housing | General | $3,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Grand Traverse | General | $3,000 |
| Tart Trails | General | $3,000 |
| Traverse Bay Child Advocacy Center | General | $3,000 |
| United Way of Northwest Michigan | General | $3,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan | General | $2,000 |
| Food Rescue of Northwest Michigan | General | $2,000 |
| Grand Traverse Conservation District | General | $2,000 |
| Grand Traverse Pavilions Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Old Town Playhouse | General | $2,000 |
| Michael's Place | General | $1,000 |
| Mt Holiday Capital Fund | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Beers
- Bruce Beers
- Elizabeth Beers
- Nancy Mantyband
Questions people ask
Does The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation give?
$86,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Beers (President, Director), Bruce Beers (Secretary, Director), Elizabeth Beers (Director) and Nancy Mantyband (Director).
What does The Julius H and Barbara B Beers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.