The Serra Foundation
Accepts applications
The Serra Foundation is a private foundation in Fenton, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.4 million in 53 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $1.2 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.4 million
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$25.6 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $999,299 the year before.
34% 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 | $407,233 | 50 | $13.0 million |
| 2024 | $999,299 | 56 | $16.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.4 million | 53 | $25.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Serra Foundation - Joseph Serra 13338 Wenwood Drive, Fenton, MI 48430 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (810) 694-1720 |
| What to submit | Letter form |
What The Serra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 49 | $1.9 million |
| Illinois | 3 | $455,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McLaren Flint Foundation | General Use | $1.2 million |
| Loyola University Chicago | General Use | $420,000 |
| Albion College | General Use | $205,000 |
| Play Right Sports Academy | General Use | $153,602 |
| Friends of Berston Field House | General Use | $60,000 |
| Michigan State University | General Use | $60,000 |
| The Ally Challenge Presented by McL | General Use | $45,000 |
| Miami University Foundation | General Use | $30,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Rochester | General Use | $25,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southeastern Michigan | General Use | $25,000 |
| Northwestern University | General Use | $25,000 |
| Grand Blanc Community School | General Use | $20,000 |
| Holy Family | General Use | $20,000 |
| Community Partners for Affordable Housing | General Use | $10,000 |
| East Lake Community Development | General Use | $10,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | General Use | $10,000 |
| Kirk Gibson Foundation | General Use | $10,000 |
| McLaren Northern MI Foundation | General Use | $10,000 |
| Vehicle City Gridiron Sports | General Use | $6,000 |
| Grand Blanc Youth Arts | General Use | $5,000 |
| Greater Flint Area Sports Hall of Fame | General Use | $5,000 |
| Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce | General Use | $4,000 |
| Family Assistance for Renaissance Men | General Use | $3,500 |
| City of Grand Blanc Police Association | General Use | $3,000 |
| Powers Catholic High School | General Use | $3,000 |
| Shelter Animal Donations | General Use | $2,500 |
| Sloan Museum | General Use | $2,500 |
| TrendSettas Corvette Club | General Use | $2,500 |
| Flint Institute of Art | General Use | $2,000 |
| Camp Daggett | General Use | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General Use | $1,000 |
| Communities First | General Use | $1,000 |
| Fenton Education Foundation | General Use | $1,000 |
| Fenton Festival Inc | General Use | $1,000 |
| Flint Jewish Federation | General Use | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | General Use | $1,000 |
| The Disability Network | General Use | $1,000 |
| Voice for Children Advocacy Center | General Use | $1,000 |
| DADS of Southeast Michigan | General Use | $500 |
| Greater Flint Youth Development | General Use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie A Serra
- Joseph O Serra
- Lauren M Serra
- Matthew J Serra
Questions people ask
Does The Serra Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Serra Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2025, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Serra Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie A Serra (President), Joseph O Serra (Vice Pres.), Lauren M Serra (Secretary) and Matthew J Serra (Treasurer).
What does The Serra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.