William & Martha Ford Fund
Accepts applications
William & Martha Ford Fund is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 65 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.2 million
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$671,923
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was up from $646,700 the year before.
16% 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 | $646,700 | 73 | $352,962 |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 65 | $671,923 |
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, copy of IRS determination letter. |
| Restrictions | Generally limited to charitable organizations already favorably known to, and of interest to, the substantial contributors of this foundation. No grants to individuals. |
What William & Martha Ford Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 41 | $3.0 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $31,150 |
| New York | 7 | $23,250 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $4,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Ford Health System | Program services | $2.1 million |
| The Children's Foundation | Program services | $500,000 |
| Christ Church Grosse Pointe | Program services | $101,000 |
| The Henry Ford | Program services | $100,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | Program services | $50,000 |
| Our Lady of the Elms School | Program services | $50,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Program services | $25,000 |
| Princeton University | Program services | $20,000 |
| Fair Lane | Program services | $15,000 |
| Catch | Program services | $10,000 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | Program services | $10,000 |
| Freedom Institute | Program services | $10,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | Program services | $10,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation Inc | Program services | $10,000 |
| Racquet Up Detroit | Program services | $10,000 |
| Mackinac Center for Public Policy | Program services | $7,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Program services | $5,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Program services | $5,000 |
| Christ Memorial Chapel | Program services | $5,000 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | Program services | $5,000 |
| Focushope | Program services | $5,000 |
| Jupiter Island Medical Clinic Inc | Program services | $5,000 |
| Southampton Hospital Foundation Inc | Program services | $5,000 |
| The East Hampton Healthcare Foundation | Program services | $5,000 |
| The Greening of Detroit | Program services | $5,000 |
| Festival of Trees | Program services | $3,000 |
| The War Memorial | Program services | $1,500 |
| American Red Cross | Program services | $1,000 |
| Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy | Program services | $1,000 |
| Belle Isle Conservancy | Program services | $1,000 |
| Camp Casey | Program services | $1,000 |
| Children's Foundation | Program services | $1,000 |
| Detroit Artists Market | Program services | $1,000 |
| Detroit Goodfellows | Program services | $1,000 |
| Detroit Public Safety Foundation | Program services | $1,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries | Program services | $1,000 |
| East Hampton Historical Society | Program services | $1,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Program services | $1,000 |
| George & Barbara Bush Foundation | Program services | $1,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan | Program services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha F Ford
- Christine E Jaggi
- David P Larsen
Questions people ask
Does William & Martha Ford Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William & Martha Ford Fund give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs William & Martha Ford Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Martha F Ford (President / Director), Christine E Jaggi (Treasurer / Director) and David P Larsen (Secretary / Director).
What does William & Martha Ford Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and faith communities.