The Porter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Porter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $105,692 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $35,259. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$105,692
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$35,259
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $99,207 the year before.
54% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $104,857 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $99,207 | 18 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $105,692 | 24 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Porter 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 Porter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 17 | $91,934 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $258 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Climate Action Network | Environmental education | $35,259 |
| Solardarity | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Mieibc | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Ecology Center | Charitable purposes | $6,850 |
| Michigan Environmental Council | Environmental | $6,500 |
| Flow for Love of Water | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Food and Water Watch | Charitable purposes | $4,500 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Center for Michigan | charitable | $3,500 |
| Discovery Center & Pier | charity | $3,000 |
| U of M Sarah Mills Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Environmental Law and Policy | Environmental education | $2,500 |
| Empire Area Community Center | Charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Council of Michigan Foundations | Promote Private Foundations | $2,025 |
| Planet Detroit | charitable | $1,000 |
| Dedham Community House | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Empire Area Food Pantry | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Mother Brook Art and Community Center | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action | Charitable | $500 |
| Dedham School of Music | Charitable purposes | $500 |
| Eastside Community Network | Charitable purposes | $300 |
| Groundworks | Charitable purposes | $258 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas S Porter
Questions people ask
Does The Porter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Porter Family Foundation give?
$105,692 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Porter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas S Porter (Director).
What does The Porter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and food and hunger.