William R Lathers Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
William R Lathers Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Mears, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$93,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $88,960 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $117,000 | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $68,500 | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $88,960 | 23 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $93,500 | 10 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
William R Lathers Charitable Trust 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 William R Lathers Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 8 | $91,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oceana County Communication | Donor advised fund | $50,000 |
| Oceana Cnty Historical & Genealogy | Museum complex - garden & tree renov | $10,000 |
| Oceana Cnty Historical & Genealogy | General fund donation | $10,000 |
| Oceana Cnty Historical & Genealogy | Old town hall heating proposal | $7,000 |
| Oceana Cnty Historical & Genealogy | Museum renovations and repairs | $5,000 |
| Oceana Cnty Historical & Genealogy | Plaque for museum | $4,000 |
| Ludington Schools Resource Center | General | $3,000 |
| Oceana Mason County Inmate & Family Ministries | General | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | General | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Lathers
- Jeffrey Lathers
Questions people ask
Does William R Lathers Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William R Lathers Charitable Trust give?
$93,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs William R Lathers Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet Lathers (Trustee) and Jeffrey Lathers (Trustee).
What does William R Lathers Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and health.