The Santreece Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Santreece Foundation is a private foundation in Grosse Point, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $450,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $90,000. 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$450,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $388,500 the year before.
44% 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 | $402,500 | 25 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $388,500 | 22 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 26 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
The Santreece 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 Santreece Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 8 | $240,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $85,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $17,500 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $12,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Girls on the Run-Central Oaklahoma | Education for young girls | $90,000 |
| Alaraph Temple #20 | General operating support | $40,000 |
| It Takes A Village Foundation | Uniforms & supplies for kids | $32,500 |
| Emelle Performing Arts Institute Inc | Enrich disadvantage youth via performing arts | $27,500 |
| 1st Family LLC | Aid to families in need | $20,000 |
| 1st Family LLC | Aid to families in need | $20,000 |
| Family & Childrens Services | Child treatment | $20,000 |
| Reclaim Inc | Abortion access and care | $20,000 |
| Unitarian Universalist Service Committee | Haiti children's program | $15,000 |
| Southwest Detroit Imm & Rfugee Center | Immegrant legal help | $15,000 |
| Corktown Health Emergency Assistance | Advance health & wellbeing | $15,000 |
| Social Good FD for Take Back Trust Education Fund | Education | $15,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Worldwide food support | $15,000 |
| Rhodes College | Liberal arts college | $12,500 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund | Gun safety and education | $10,000 |
| Legal Aid of Western Michigan | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Science introduction for kids | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief | Ca fire relief | $10,000 |
| Ochsner Clinic Foundation | World class health care & research | $10,000 |
| Community Fdn Texas Hill Country | Kerr county food relief fund | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Food for needy chicagoans | $7,500 |
| Domus Pacis Family Respite Inc | Help people in distress | $5,000 |
| Junior League of Oklahoma | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Opportunities Industrialization Center | Adult literacy & career dev | $5,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Protect civil liberties | $5,000 |
| Belle Isle Conservancy | Environmental protection | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Reece
- Sandra Reece
- Leslie A Littlejohn
- Paul D Littlejohn
- Heather K Reece
- Anne Antor
Questions people ask
Does The Santreece Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Santreece Foundation give?
$450,000 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs The Santreece Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas L Reece (President, Director), Sandra Reece (Vice-President, Director), Leslie A Littlejohn (Treasurer, Director) and Paul D Littlejohn (Asst Treasurer, Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Santreece Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.