The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation
Accepts applications
The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2023 it gave $72,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$72,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2023 was down from $74,770 the year before.
22% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $74,770 | 10 | $1.2 million |
| 2023 | $72,500 | 9 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Margaret Savage President 5328 Mirror Lake Court, West Bloomfield, MI 48323 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (248) 579-1100 |
| What to submit | Written description of charity and its specific funding need. |
What The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $59,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Ignace Area Schools | Zebra k9 | $20,000 |
| Corporate Accountability International | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Detroit Public Television | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Oakland University | John dodge house | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Peace Lutheran Church | Unrestricted use | $4,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of America | Unrestricted use | $2,000 |
| National American Indian Museum | Unrestricted use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Savage
- James Savage
- Carolyn Jones
Questions people ask
Does The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation give?
$72,500 in tax year 2023, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Margaret Savage (President), James Savage (Director) and Carolyn Jones (Director).
What does The WJ and Lillian Kemler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.