The Mackey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mackey Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Blanc, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $902,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $165,000. 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$902,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $920,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $920,000 | 20 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $920,000 | 20 | $9.2 million |
| 2025 | $902,000 | 21 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
The Mackey 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.
What The Mackey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 20 | $880,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club | Enrichment of the arts & education | $165,000 |
| Flint Children's Museum | Enrichment of the arts & education | $110,000 |
| Carriage Town Ministries | Program Services | $88,000 |
| Motherly Intercession | Program Services | $88,000 |
| Flint Eastide Mission | General Fund | $66,000 |
| My Brother's Keeper | Food/shelter/outreach for homeless | $44,000 |
| Compassionate Heart Ministry | Help individuals with disabilities | $38,500 |
| Food Bank of Eastern MI | General Fund | $38,500 |
| Shelter of Flint | Program Services | $35,000 |
| Young Life of Genesee County | Program Services | $33,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | Program Services | $30,000 |
| Echo | Program Services | $27,500 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General Fund | $22,000 |
| Cocoon | Woman's shelter | $22,000 |
| Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministry | Program Services | $22,000 |
| Goodwill | General Fund | $22,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Program Services | $12,000 |
| Christnet | Program Services | $11,000 |
| Community Foundation | General Fund | $11,000 |
| Fenton Center of Hope | Program Services | $11,000 |
| Resilience | Reduce and prevent domestic violence | $5,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn Johnson
- Gary Romeyn
- Robert Mackey
- Shelley Payne
- Karen Mackey
Questions people ask
Does The Mackey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mackey Foundation give?
$902,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Mackey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn Johnson (Director), Gary Romeyn (Trustee), Robert Mackey (Secretary/Treasurer) and Shelley Payne (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Mackey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.