West End Health Foundation
Preselected recipients only
West End Health Foundation is a private foundation in Marquette, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $373,323 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $60,000. 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$373,323
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $369,601 the year before.
45% 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 | $369,601 | 42 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $373,323 | 47 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
West End Health 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What West End Health Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 46 | $363,323 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Recovery Center | Proactive Grant Mental Health Programming | $60,000 |
| Greater Ishpeming Commission of Aging | West End Senior Grocery Getters Sponsorship | $25,410 |
| Ishpeming Public Schools | Sponsorship - Student Mental Health Support | $25,000 |
| Negaunee Public Schools | Sponsorship - District Health Coordinator | $25,000 |
| NICE Community Schools | Sponsorship - Full Time School Nurse | $25,000 |
| Republic Michigamme Schools | Sponsorship - Mental Health Rescue | $25,000 |
| Marquette County Health Department | Mc2 | $18,673 |
| UP Children's Therapy | Sideline Athletic Trainer - Summer Speech Therapy Program | $16,500 |
| Partridge Creek Farm | Growing and Eating for Better Health in Ishpeming | $12,750 |
| Lakeview School Garden | Elementary School Garden Programming | $11,840 |
| Courage Inc | 2024 Equipment Upgrades | $10,000 |
| Ishpeming Cancer Society | Patient Care Services Grantee | $10,000 |
| Marquette County Habitat for Humanity | Home repair program | $10,000 |
| Start the Cycle | 2024 Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Superior Child Advocacy Center | Triage Response - Child Abuse | $10,000 |
| West End Township - EMS | AED upgrades | $10,000 |
| Camp Upeninsulin | Swim Teal Lake Grant | $9,750 |
| Marquette County - Search and Rescue | Off shore water rescue equipment | $8,250 |
| Ishpeming-Negaunee-NICE Community Schools | Adult Basic Education Beyond 26 | $7,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | West End Mqt Cty Dementia Outreach and Awareness Program | $6,500 |
| Salvation Army | Bridging the Gap | $5,500 |
| Six Feet Over | reimb for trauma cleanup | $5,000 |
| Superior Shore Systems | Boxes for food | $4,500 |
| Michigamme United Methodist Institute | Lawn mower | $2,750 |
| Girl Scouts of the NW Great Lakes | Girl Scout Leadership Experience | $2,500 |
| Negaunee Senior Center | Capturing memories, Expanding horizons | $2,500 |
| Pregnancy Services of Marquette | Food Freshen UP | $2,000 |
| Room at the Inn | Scattered Site Family Emergency Shelter | $2,000 |
| 906 Adventure Team | Trilogy Sponsorship - Polar Roll, Marji Gesick, Crusher | $1,500 |
| Hope Free Lutheran Church | Food Pantry | $1,000 |
| Ishpeming Independence Day Committee | All-American Title Sponsor | $1,000 |
| Wesley United Methodist Church | 2024 Sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Lake Superior Community Partnership | Small Business Celebration Sponsorship | $700 |
| Ishpeming Ski Club | Ski Jumping Tournament | $500 |
| Richmond Township Community Club | Fishing Derby | $500 |
| St Vincent De Paul | Food Pantry | $500 |
| United Way of Marquette County | TV6 Canathon | $500 |
| Kiwanis Club of Ishpeming | Golf Outing | $400 |
| Negaunee Nets | Irontown Classic Sponsorship | $300 |
| Adult Learning Systems | UP Walk a Mile | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Edmark
- Amy Clickner
- Keith Lacosse
- Kori Tossava
- Paul Bonetti
- Andera Jackson
- Wael Khouli
- Karl Lehmann
- Kurt Lehmann
- Debbie Pellow
- Brian Sheridan
Questions people ask
Does West End Health Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does West End Health Foundation give?
$373,323 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs West End Health Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Edmark (President), Amy Clickner (Vice President), Keith Lacosse (Treasurer) and Kori Tossava (Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does West End Health Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.