William & Lisa Ford Foundation
Accepts applications
William & Lisa Ford Foundation is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $130,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $40,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$130,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $130,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $130,000 | 4 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 6 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David P Larsen 1901 St Antoine Street 6th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (313) 259-7777 |
| What to submit | Brief letter, financial statement and copy of IRS determination letter. |
| Restrictions | Awards generally limited to charitable organizations already favorably known to, and of interest to, the substantial contributors of this foundation. No grants to individuals. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $130,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Children's Center | Program services | $40,000 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | Program services | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan | Program services | $25,000 |
| Huron River Watershed Council | Program services | $20,000 |
| Henry Ford Health | Program services | $10,000 |
| The Henry Ford | Program services | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Clay Ford Jr
- Lisa V Ford
- David P Larsen
- Eleanor Ford Cobb
Questions people ask
Does William & Lisa Ford Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William & Lisa Ford Foundation give?
$130,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs William & Lisa Ford Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Clay Ford Jr (President/Director), Lisa V Ford (Director), David P Larsen (Secretary) and Eleanor Ford Cobb (Director).