The Ten Talents Foundation LTD
Preselected recipients only
The Ten Talents Foundation LTD is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,500. 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$70,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $54,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 13 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 14 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Ten Talents Foundation LTD 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 Ten Talents Foundation LTD funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $42,000 |
| New York | 2 | $12,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Squash | General support | $12,500 |
| Success Academy Charter Schools | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Chicago | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Chicago Hope Academy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of SW Michigan | General support | $5,000 |
| Math Circles of Chicago | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Chicago Lights | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of Austin | General support | $5,000 |
| Glenview Club Scholarship Fndn | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Hire Heroes | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Workforce Opportunity Services | General support | $4,000 |
| Friends of Payton | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Chicago Cred | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Safer Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew S Cupps
- Steven Donoghue
- Samuel H Cupps
- Carole D Cupps
- Danielle Cupps
- Laura Donoghue
Questions people ask
Does The Ten Talents Foundation LTD accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ten Talents Foundation LTD give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Ten Talents Foundation LTD?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew S Cupps (President), Steven Donoghue (Vice-Pres), Samuel H Cupps (Treasurer) and Carole D Cupps (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Ten Talents Foundation LTD fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.