The Ludington Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Ludington Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sanford, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,200 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$29,200
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$996,338
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,625 the year before.
29% 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 | $37,320 | 33 | $798,229 |
| 2024 | $26,625 | 29 | $853,992 |
| 2025 | $29,200 | 28 | $996,338 |
How to apply
| Contact | Thomas L Ludington 299 Barden Rd, Sanford, MI 49657-9534 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (989) 631-2370 |
| What to submit | Letter form |
What The Ludington Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 23 | $25,400 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $400 |
| Utah | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | Operating | $5,000 |
| Midland First United Methodist Church | Operating | $5,000 |
| Albion College Endowment | Operating | $5,000 |
| Center for the Arts Midland Michigan | Operating | $1,500 |
| Purdue Foundation | Operating | $1,500 |
| University of San Diego School of Law | Operating | $1,500 |
| United Way of Midland County | Operating | $1,200 |
| Sanford Lake Association | Operating | $1,000 |
| Svsu Foundation | Operating | $1,000 |
| Midland Open Door | Operating | $600 |
| Midland Community Former Offenders Advocacy and Rehabilitation | Operating | $500 |
| Adoption Option | Operating | $500 |
| United Way of Bay County | Operating | $500 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Operating | $500 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Michigan | Operating | $500 |
| Gerald R Ford Presidentia Foundation | Operating | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operating | $400 |
| Harbor Springs Chamber Foundation | Operating | $350 |
| Special Olympics Michigan | Operating | $300 |
| West Midland Family Center | Operating | $300 |
| Reece Endeavor of Midland | Operating | $300 |
| Little Forks Conservancy | Operating | $300 |
| Salvation Army | Operating | $250 |
| Heart of West Michigan United Way | Operating | $250 |
| Usski & Snowboard Foundation | Operating | $200 |
| Alzeimer Education | Operating | $200 |
| Saginaw Bay Community Sailing Association | Operating | $200 |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan | Operating | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Ludington
- Katrina K Ludington
Questions people ask
Does The Ludington Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Ludington Family Foundation give?
$29,200 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Ludington Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas L Ludington (President, Treasurer, Director) and Katrina K Ludington (Secretary & Director).
What does The Ludington Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.