The Michel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Michel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $4,000. 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$41,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$987,558
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,750 the year before.
28% of its 2025 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 | $36,900 | 27 | $774,168 |
| 2024 | $33,750 | 24 | $823,146 |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 25 | $987,558 |
How to apply
The Michel 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 The Michel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $8,000 |
| Ohio | 6 | $7,800 |
| New York | 5 | $6,100 |
| Florida | 2 | $6,100 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,900 |
| California | 1 | $2,200 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,400 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Democracy Forward Fdnt | General Fund | $4,000 |
| Constitution Accountability Cntr | General Fund | $4,000 |
| Maltz Theatre | General Fund | $3,600 |
| Planned Parenthood | General Fund | $2,500 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | General Fund | $2,500 |
| Voteorg | General Fund | $2,200 |
| HFLA of Northeastern Ohio | General Fund | $1,600 |
| Dermatology Foundation | General Fund | $1,500 |
| Heifer Project | General Fund | $1,500 |
| UH Derm Residents | General Fund | $1,500 |
| City Harvest | General Fund | $1,400 |
| City Meals on Wheels | General Fund | $1,400 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | General Fund | $1,400 |
| KIPP Team & Family | General Fund | $1,400 |
| The Doe Fund | General Fund | $1,400 |
| Worldwide Fistula Fdn | General Fund | $1,400 |
| Brehnan Law Project | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Care | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Kaplan Fund WRA | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Save a Child Heart Fd | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Tanzanian Child's Fund | General Fund | $1,000 |
| UH Arts Council | General Fund | $1,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | General Fund | $1,000 |
| NYT Neediest Cases | General Fund | $500 |
| Idea Stream Public Media | General Fund | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Beno Michel
- Elaine M Michel
- Loren S Michel
- Marc H Michel
- Lee K Michel
Questions people ask
Does The Michel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Michel Family Foundation give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs The Michel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Beno Michel (President/Trustee), Elaine M Michel (Vice-President/Trustee), Loren S Michel (Treasurer/Trustee) and Marc H Michel (Secretary/Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Michel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and youth programs.