The Trimas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Trimas Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $201,950 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $37,500. 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$201,950
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$37,500
- Assets$5,186
- New grantees96%
Giving in 2024 was up from $195,000 the year before.
96% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $195,000 | 33 | $37,695 |
| 2024 | $201,950 | 28 | $5,186 |
How to apply
The Trimas 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 Trimas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 4 | $48,650 |
| Kansas | 2 | $35,000 |
| Michigan | 5 | $32,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $27,800 |
| California | 5 | $17,500 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Steuben Township Volunteer Fire Dept | General support | $37,500 |
| Trac KC Corporation | General support | $20,000 |
| Cof Training Services Inc Attn Joy Beatty | General support | $15,000 |
| Repair the World | General support | $15,000 |
| Avalon Housing Attn Scott Ellis | General support | $10,000 |
| Developing Kids | General support | $10,000 |
| Longview Community Ministries | General support | $8,000 |
| Alliance Industries | General support | $7,650 |
| Suite Dreams Project (Rochester Mi) | General support | $7,500 |
| Knights of Columbus Council 11093 2024 Christmas Food Box Co-Chair | General support | $7,500 |
| Ocapica | General support | $7,500 |
| Joliet Montessori School | General support | $5,000 |
| Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc - Chi Beta Beta Graduate Chapter | General support | $5,000 |
| Owasso Community Resources | General support | $5,000 |
| Pine Tree Isd Education Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Longview Community Ministries | General support | $5,000 |
| Raptacon 3200 Robotics Team | General support | $5,000 |
| Pitt Hopkins Research Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Hype Athletics Community Hype Recreation Center | General support | $3,500 |
| California State University Northridge Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Matador Motorsports | General support | $3,000 |
| Northeast Indiana Neighborhood Engagement (Nine) Nine Co Pastor Lewis King | General support | $2,500 |
| Pine Tree Independent School District (Isd) Band Boosters | General support | $2,300 |
| University Cricket Club | General support | $2,000 |
| California State University Northridge Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Bosnian American Medical Professionals in Metro Detroit | General support | $1,000 |
| Sister Cities of Greenfield | General support | $1,000 |
| World Vision (Not Local Africaeuropeasia) | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas A Amato
- Jodi F Robin
- Scott A Mell
- Jan van Dijk
Questions people ask
Does The Trimas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Trimas Foundation give?
$201,950 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Trimas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas A Amato (Director, President), Jodi F Robin (Director, Secretary, Resident Agent), Scott A Mell (Director) and Jan van Dijk (Treasurer).
What does The Trimas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and faith communities.