The Sharing of Blessings Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sharing of Blessings Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Haven, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $122,227 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,457. 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$122,227
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,457
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $123,111 the year before.
32% 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 | $129,617 | 53 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $123,111 | 50 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $122,227 | 54 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Sharing of Blessings 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 Sharing of Blessings Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 11 | $38,364 |
| Tennessee | 10 | $33,022 |
| Michigan | 14 | $21,778 |
| Illinois | 9 | $18,023 |
| Iowa | 2 | $3,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Henry Church | general operating | $12,457 |
| Windermere Prep Volunteer Assoc | General Support | $10,000 |
| Special Operations Foundation of FL | Program use | $10,000 |
| Individual | Program use | $8,000 |
| Harpeth Hall School | General support | $6,000 |
| St Cecilias Church | General Support | $5,250 |
| The Boundless Trailer | general support | $5,000 |
| Regents of Univ of Michigan | Annual support | $5,000 |
| St Patrick's - Grand HavenMI | Contribution for use in religious programs | $4,000 |
| Wings of Mercy | Contribution for use in their programs | $4,000 |
| Rosary High School | Contribution for use in school programs | $3,000 |
| Individual | Contribution for use in their church programs | $3,000 |
| Blessed Trinity Catholic School | General support | $3,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Contribution for research | $2,600 |
| Loras College | Contribution for school program | $2,500 |
| Cheekwood Boxwood Society | general support | $2,125 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church -Orland | Cash used for support of the church | $2,000 |
| Waterleaf Womens Center | Cash to use in for their program | $2,000 |
| Lumen Christi High School | Cash to be used for their programs | $2,000 |
| YES WE CAN Foundation | operation use | $2,000 |
| Montgomery Bell Academy | General Support | $2,000 |
| SP Miles To Go - FL | Operations | $1,046 |
| Alliance for the Great Lakes | General support | $1,023 |
| St Mary's Church | Contribution for use in church programs/expenses | $1,000 |
| Holland Rescue Mission | Contribution for use in their programs | $1,000 |
| Corbella Clinic | Contribution to assist in their mission and expenses | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Contribution to their general funding | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Contribution for funding for research and use in their mission | $1,000 |
| Individual | Contribution for use in their programs | $1,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic Schools | Cash for school programs | $1,000 |
| Domincan Sisters of Nashville | general support | $1,000 |
| National Eagle Center | General Support | $1,000 |
| Love in Action | General Support | $1,000 |
| Advent Health of Orlando | General support | $1,000 |
| St John Vianney Church | General support | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Nashville | Religious use | $1,000 |
| Kids Beating Cancer | Program use | $1,000 |
| Lewa Wildlife Conservancy USA | Operational use | $1,000 |
| National Institute of Health | Sisters Study | $1,000 |
| The Humanity Share | Operation use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerald A Trannel
- Diane M Trannel
- Stacy Devine
- Sheila Larson
Questions people ask
Does The Sharing of Blessings Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sharing of Blessings Foundation give?
$122,227 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Sharing of Blessings Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jerald A Trannel (Director), Diane M Trannel (Director), Stacy Devine (Director) and Sheila Larson (Director).
What does The Sharing of Blessings Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.