The McLoughlin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McLoughlin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cassopolis, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $246,029 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$246,029
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $220,500 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 | $175,000 | 23 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $220,500 | 24 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $246,029 | 23 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
The McLoughlin 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.
What The McLoughlin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 20 | $211,029 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Lake Schools | Teacher support fund | $35,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | General support | $20,779 |
| Lory's Place | General support | $20,000 |
| Cass County Casa | Kin program | $15,000 |
| French Quarter Festival Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Underground Railroad | Carriage house improvements | $15,000 |
| United Way of Southwest Michigan | 3 year committment to dolly parton | $15,000 |
| Cassopolis Swim Team | General support | $12,000 |
| Birthright of St Joseph Inc | General support | $10,250 |
| The Fund for American Studies | High school teacher program | $10,000 |
| Cass County Council on Aging | General support | $10,000 |
| Cass County Council on Aging | Meals on wheels main sponsor | $10,000 |
| Readiness Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Kerr county flood relief | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Southwest Michigan | General support | $5,000 |
| Cass County Casa | General support | $5,000 |
| Cassopolis Main St | Gold sponsor | $5,000 |
| Domestic & Sexual Abuse Services | Walk a mile in their shoes fundraiser | $5,000 |
| St Joseph's Helpers | General support - in memory of brian fraser | $5,000 |
| Girls on the Run - Southwest Michigan | General support | $5,000 |
| Helping Hands of Cass County | Judge dobrick united way volunteer of the year, award-leigh goyings | $5,000 |
| Mi Life in Numbers | General support | $2,000 |
| St Francis Outreach | Sacred heart food pantry | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael T McLoughlin
- Susie McLoughlin
- Derek McLoughlin
- Kevin McLoughlin
- Patrick McLoughlin
- Emily McLoughlin
- Beth McLoughlin
- Megan McLoughlin
Questions people ask
Does The McLoughlin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McLoughlin Family Foundation give?
$246,029 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The McLoughlin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael T McLoughlin (Director), Susie McLoughlin (Director), Derek McLoughlin (Director) and Kevin McLoughlin (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The McLoughlin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.