Trott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trott Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $205,500 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$205,500
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $199,500 the year before.
55% 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 | $199,500 | 26 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $205,500 | 25 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Trott 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 Trott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 15 | $110,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $36,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Corewell Health Foundation | Medical program for children | $25,000 |
| Care House of Oakland County | General welfare | $25,000 |
| Duke University | Education | $25,000 |
| Eckerd College | Education | $25,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Strategic initiative fund | $25,000 |
| Henry Ford Health System | Nursing emergency needs fund | $12,500 |
| Detroit County Day School | General welfare | $10,000 |
| NCH Center for Philanthropy | General welfare | $7,500 |
| Baldwin Public Library Trust | General welfare | $5,000 |
| Care House of Oakland County | General welfare | $5,000 |
| Care House of Oakland County | General welfare | $5,000 |
| Cranbrook Educational Community | General welfare | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General welfare | $5,000 |
| Michigan Press Association Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Wayne State University | Education | $5,000 |
| Eckerd College | Education | $3,000 |
| Little Traverse Bay Humane Society | General welfare | $2,500 |
| Pediatric Ibd Foundation | General welfare | $2,500 |
| Festa Italiana DBA Andiamo Charities | General welfare | $2,000 |
| Shades of Pink Foundation | General welfare | $2,000 |
| Former Members of Congress Inc | Advocate sponsorship | $1,500 |
| Eb Research Partnership | General welfare | $500 |
| Golf Association of Michigan Foundation Inc | General welfare | $500 |
| The First Tee of Northern Michigan | General welfare | $500 |
| Youth Haven | General welfare | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Trott
- Kathleen Trott
- David A Trott Jr
- Taylor R Neumann
Questions people ask
Does Trott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trott Foundation give?
$205,500 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Trott Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David A Trott (Vp/Treasurer/Trustee), Kathleen Trott (President/Sec/Trustee), David A Trott Jr (Trustee) and Taylor R Neumann (Trustee).
What does Trott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.