The Stone Foundation of Michigan
Preselected recipients only
The Stone Foundation of Michigan is a private foundation in Franklin, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $790,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$790,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$13.5 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $533,000 the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 | $533,000 | 26 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $790,000 | 26 | $13.5 million |
How to apply
The Stone Foundation of Michigan 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 Stone Foundation of Michigan funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 18 | $361,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $310,000 |
| New York | 3 | $84,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Israel Public Affairs Committee | To support israel | $300,000 |
| Henry Ford Health System | For research | $160,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | To support democracy and inclusivity | $36,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | To support israel | $36,000 |
| Care House of Oakland | To support families and childern | $35,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | For research | $30,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Promotion of musical understanding | $30,000 |
| Starfish Family Services | To support families and children | $25,000 |
| United Jewish Foundation | To provide support jewish communities. | $25,000 |
| Temple Beth El | To support the jewish community. | $15,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc | To provide support jewish communities. | $12,000 |
| Beaumont Foundation | For research | $10,000 |
| Gesher Human Services | To provide counseling, training, and supportive services for those in need. | $10,000 |
| Gleaners Food Bank | To feed the less fortunate | $10,000 |
| The Henry Ford Museum | To provide unique education experiences from america's traditions of ingenuity and innovation | $10,000 |
| The Zekelman Holocaust Center | To provide support jewish communities. | $10,000 |
| DCDS Cares Fund | To support families and children | $5,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan | To provide assistance to low income families | $5,000 |
| Yad Ezra | To provide assitance to low income families | $5,000 |
| Center for Jewish Culture & Creativity | To support israel | $5,000 |
| Red Tent Fund | To support families and children | $5,000 |
| Haven | Providing support to domestic violence and sexual assualt victims. | $3,000 |
| Beyond Basics | Providing support to help eradicate illiteracy | $2,500 |
| City Year Detroit | Providing support to detroit students to reduce drop out rates | $2,500 |
| Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy Network | To ensure no jewish patient or family faces terminal illness alone | $2,500 |
| Building Beds 4 Kids | To support families and children | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gwen Weiner
Questions people ask
Does The Stone Foundation of Michigan accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stone Foundation of Michigan give?
$790,000 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Stone Foundation of Michigan?
Its 2024 filing lists Gwen Weiner (Director & President).
What does The Stone Foundation of Michigan fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and human services.