Tweddle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tweddle Foundation is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,031 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$290,031
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $471,960 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $471,960 | 14 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $290,031 | 9 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
Tweddle 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 Tweddle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $208,000 |
| California | 2 | $51,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $27,171 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gulliver Prep | To support the community | $200,000 |
| Badjao Bridge | To support the community | $50,000 |
| All Hands and Hearts Smart Response | To support the community | $27,171 |
| Angels for Humanity | To support the community | $5,000 |
| Lansing Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | To support the community | $3,500 |
| Kids of Love Foundation Inc | To support the community | $2,000 |
| Occidental College | To support the community | $1,000 |
| The Chinese Association of Science Education | To support the community | $1,000 |
| Care USA Foundation Inc | To support the community | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Tweddle
- Qing Yao Tweddle
- Dana Locniskar
Questions people ask
Does Tweddle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tweddle Foundation give?
$290,031 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Tweddle Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew Tweddle (President), Qing Yao Tweddle (Secretary/Treasurer) and Dana Locniskar (Director).
What does Tweddle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.