Triford Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Triford Foundation is a private foundation in Sterling Heights, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,000 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $68,000. 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$340,000
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$68,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $330,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $300,000 | 60 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $330,000 | 66 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $340,000 | 69 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
Triford 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 Triford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 44 | $225,120 |
| Colorado | 4 | $32,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $21,580 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $20,170 |
| Illinois | 8 | $17,580 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $1,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Foundation Eastern Michigan | Religious | $68,000 |
| Malama Kula | Charitable | $20,170 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | Charitable | $19,500 |
| First Descents | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Rumsey Hall School | Educational | $11,580 |
| Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | Charitable | $11,500 |
| Belle Isle Conservancy | Charitable | $10,500 |
| High Point University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Litchfield Montessori School | Educational | $10,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Scientific | $10,000 |
| Harbor Springs Area Historical Soci | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Manna Food Project | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Ann's Nest | Charitable | $6,500 |
| McLaren N Mich Hospital | Scientific | $6,500 |
| Camp Daggett | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Munson Healthcare Foundation | Scientific | $6,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy Inc | Charitable | $5,250 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Center for Learn Local | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Western Resources Advocates | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Nehemiah Project | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Scientific | $4,500 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $4,450 |
| Taraloka Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| North Shore Hospital Foundation | Scientific | $3,500 |
| Special Olympics Michigan | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Top O Michigan Trails | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Womens Resource Center | Charitable | $3,500 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs | Religious | $3,000 |
| Harbor Springs Food Pantry | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Little Traverse Bay Humane Socieity | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $3,000 |
| Raven Hill Discovery Center | Educational | $3,000 |
| Challenge Mountain | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Cure Epilepsy | Scientific | $2,500 |
| Harbor Springs Festival of the Book | Literacy | $2,500 |
| Sos Outreach | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Groundworks | Charitable | $2,200 |
| American Red Cross Northern Lower Mi Chapter | Charitable | $2,150 |
| Heartland Animal Shelter | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $2,000 |
| Michigan Environmental Council | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick B Ford
- Susan S Ford
- James W Ford
- Esther Lee Ford
Questions people ask
Does Triford Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Triford Foundation give?
$340,000 in tax year 2025, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Triford Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick B Ford (President/Tr), Susan S Ford (Secretary/Tr), James W Ford (Vp/Trustee) and Esther Lee Ford (Treasurer/Tr).
What does Triford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and science and research.