Tyler-Little Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tyler-Little Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $684,000 in 116 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$684,000
- Number of grants116
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$18.0 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $524,285 the year before.
54% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $902,284 | 162 | $13.5 million |
| 2023 | $524,285 | 71 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $684,000 | 116 | $18.0 million |
How to apply
Tyler-Little Family 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 Tyler-Little Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 94 | $599,500 |
| Colorado | 9 | $23,000 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| Ohio | 2 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $3,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Air Zoo Legacy Foundation | Mezzanine storage units | $80,000 |
| Bronson Health Foundation | Cancer care campaign | $25,000 |
| Farmers Alley Theatre | Season equity sponsor | $25,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Heritage Community of Kalamazoo Foundation | The ark | $25,000 |
| Kalamazoo College | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Kalamazoo Cultural Center | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Gryphon Place | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | General operating support | $20,000 |
| United Way of South Central Michigan | General operating support | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Seelye-tyler memorial golf classic | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kalamazoo | Benefit dinner | $10,000 |
| First Tee of West Michigan | Mitch wilson marathon sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Wmu Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine | Kalamazoo collaborative care program | $10,000 |
| Heritage Community of Kalamazoo Foundation | Education and learning fund | $7,500 |
| Hospital Hospitality House of Southwest Michigan | Gala sponsor | $7,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Tisch Multiple Sclerosis Research Center of New York | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Ministry With Community | General operating support | $6,500 |
| Drive for Life Foundation | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes | Summer reading program | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross of Southwest Michigan | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Ascension Borgess Foundation | Tree of love campaign sponsor | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough Public Schools | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Bronson Health Foundation | Good neighbor fund | $5,000 |
| Colorado State University Foundation | Men's golf program | $5,000 |
| Community Healing Centers | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Community Homeworks | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Comstock Community Center | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Family & Children Services | Summer camp initiative | $5,000 |
| Family Health Center | General operating support | $5,000 |
| First Day Shoe Fund | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Southwest Michigan | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Gryphon Place | Building connection capital campaign | $5,000 |
| Heifer International | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Huntington's Disease Society of America | Gala sponsor | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes | Judge sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity | Youth concerts sponsor | $5,000 |
| Kesem | Kalamazoo area | $5,000 |
| Muskingum University | General operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy J Tyler
- Sarah Tyler Chase
- James C Melvin
- Mari Blain
- Julie Tyler Knudsen
- Robert J Tyler
- Justin T Lombardi-Tyler
Questions people ask
Does Tyler-Little Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tyler-Little Family Foundation give?
$684,000 in tax year 2024, across 116 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Tyler-Little Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy J Tyler (President/Director), Sarah Tyler Chase (Vice President/Treasurer/Director), James C Melvin (Assistant Treasurer/Director) and Mari Blain (Assistant Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Tyler-Little Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.