Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.8 million in 62 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$4.8 million
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$31.9 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.6 million | 47 | $33.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.8 million | 62 | $31.9 million |
How to apply
Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust 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 Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $1.1 million |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Michigan | 28 | $765,033 |
| Texas | 5 | $580,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $550,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $200,000 |
| Ohio | 6 | $192,500 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Augustine Institute Inc | Charitable - general operating | $1.0 million |
| Life Collective Inc | Charitable - general operating | $1.0 million |
| 40 Days for Life | Charitable - general operating | $250,000 |
| Live Action | Charitable - general operating | $250,000 |
| Sidewalk Advocates for Life | Charitable - general operating | $250,000 |
| Students for Life of America | Charitable - general operating | $250,000 |
| Holy Childhood of Jesus Harbor Springs | Charitable - general operating | $150,000 |
| Act Xxix | Charitable - general operating | $100,000 |
| Catholic Vote Education Fund | Charitable - general operating | $100,000 |
| Holy Cross College Inc | Charitable - general operating | $100,000 |
| Napa Institute | Charitable - general operating | $100,000 |
| St Edward High School | Charitable - general operating | $100,000 |
| The Legion of Christ Inc | Charitable - general operating | $100,000 |
| Saint Thomas Education Fund | Charitable - general operating | $77,000 |
| Friends of the Bridegroom Inc | Charitable - general operating | $75,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | Charitable - general operating | $75,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary Mother of the Eucharist | Charitable - general operating | $50,000 |
| Fellowship of Catholic University Students | Charitable - general operating | $50,000 |
| National Eucharistic Congress | Charitable - general operating | $50,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Charitable - general operating | $50,000 |
| His Eye Is on the Sparrow | Charitable - general operating | $40,000 |
| Emmaus Health Partners - Arborwomen | Charitable - general operating | $35,000 |
| Father Gabriel Richard High School | Charitable - general operating | $35,000 |
| Hope Medical Clinic Inc | Charitable - general operating | $34,333 |
| International Samaritan | Charitable - general operating | $30,000 |
| North Central Michigan College Foundation | Charitable - general operating | $30,000 |
| Red-C Apostolate | Charitable - general operating | $30,000 |
| Ave Maria Communications | Charitable - general operating | $25,000 |
| Ave Maria University | Charitable - general operating | $25,000 |
| Halftime Institute | Charitable - general operating | $25,000 |
| Harbor Springs Area Historical Society | Charitable - general operating | $25,000 |
| Newman Catholic Campus Ministry | Charitable - general operating | $25,000 |
| St John Paul II Life Center | Charitable - general operating | $25,000 |
| Ave Maria School of Law | Charitable - general operating | $23,000 |
| Barnabas Almsgiving Fund | Charitable - general operating | $20,000 |
| Harbor Light Christian Schools | Charitable - general operating | $20,000 |
| St Louis Center | Charitable - general operating | $20,000 |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Churhc | Charitable - general operating | $12,000 |
| Twin City Area Catholic School Fund Inc | Charitable - general operating | $11,000 |
| Avalon Housing | Charitable - general operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy J Patton
- Sheila A Patton
Questions people ask
Does Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust give?
$4.8 million in tax year 2024, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy J Patton (Trustee) and Sheila A Patton (Trustee).
What does Timothy and Sheila Patton Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.