The We Martin Foundation
Accepts applications
The We Martin Foundation is a private foundation in Mt Pleasant, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $96,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$200,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$96,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $183,394 the year before.
8% 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 | $183,556 | 15 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $183,394 | 18 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 15 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William Martin PO Box 466, Mt Pleasant, MI 48804-0466 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (989) 772-1209 |
| What to submit | No form required. A brief description of the proposed use of grant funds and a copy of the organization's determination letter should be submitted with grant application. |
| Restrictions | Must be a 501(c)(3) organization. |
What The We Martin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 14 | $198,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CRC of Isabella County | General donation | $96,000 |
| Community Compassion Network | Food pantry general fund | $20,000 |
| Isabella Community Soup Kitchen | Soup kitchen general fund, deer proc | $11,500 |
| CRC of Isabella County | Support high school hockey team | $10,500 |
| Mt Pleasant Area Comm Foundation | Women's initiative fd | $10,000 |
| Individual | Gen fund - domestic violence&assault | $10,000 |
| Chippewa Watershed Conservancy | General fund | $10,000 |
| Central Michigan University | 3 2500 scholarships | $7,500 |
| Isbella County Restoratin House | Homeless shelter general fund | $5,000 |
| United Way of Greater Central Mich | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mt Pleasant Discovery Museum | Children's museum general fd | $5,000 |
| Forgotten Eagles - Mi Chapter 3 | Donation - general fund | $2,500 |
| Central Mi Veteran's Fund | General fund | $2,500 |
| Individual | General operations | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Martin
- Eleanor Martin
- John Martin
- Michael Martin
Questions people ask
Does The We Martin Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The We Martin Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The We Martin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Martin (President), Eleanor Martin (Secretary/Tr), John Martin (Vice Preside) and Michael Martin (Vice-Preside).
What does The We Martin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and human services.