Greater Lansing Foundation
Accepts applications
Greater Lansing Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $658,042 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $8,800 and the largest $489,769. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$658,042
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$8,800
- Largest grant$489,769
- Assets$18.1 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $733,820 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $784,289 | 25 | $15.6 million |
| 2024 | $733,820 | 25 | $16.5 million |
| 2025 | $658,042 | 23 | $18.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Steven J Peters 120 N Washington Sq Ste 650, Lansing, MI 48933 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (517) 334-5299 |
| What to submit | Letter of application detailing service to community |
| Deadlines | April 1st |
| Restrictions | Restricted to entities serving ingham, eaton, and clinton counties of Michigan |
What Greater Lansing Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $613,472 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $17,600 |
| Illinois | 2 | $17,600 |
| California | 1 | $8,800 |
| Texas | 1 | $285 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $285 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Region Community Foundation | General support | $489,769 |
| Harry Harris Scholarship Fund | General support | $23,323 |
| Capital Area Humane Society | General support | $16,221 |
| Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church | General support | $13,957 |
| Edward W Sparrow Hospital | General support | $13,812 |
| Hayes-Green-Beach Hospital | General support | $13,672 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $8,800 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $8,800 |
| National Anti-Vivisection Society | General support | $8,800 |
| Volunteers of America Mi | General support | $8,800 |
| Humane Society of the US | General support | $8,800 |
| American Humane Association | General support | $8,800 |
| Born Free USA | General support | $8,800 |
| Wkar-Department of Broadcasting | Radio reading service | $7,217 |
| Origami Rehabilitation | General support | $7,217 |
| First United Methodist Church | General support | $3,992 |
| 1st Presbyterian Church | General support | $3,992 |
| Lansing School District | General support | $1,167 |
| Capital Area District Library | General support | $1,041 |
| 1st United Methodist Church | General support | $285 |
| Brookfield United | General support | $285 |
| DKG International Educators Fdn | General support | $285 |
| East Lansing Library | General support | $207 |
Officers and trustees
- Colonel James E Stokes
- Brian Huggler
- Kira M Carter-Robertson MHA FACH
- Michele Strasz
- Annette Ellison
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Greater Lansing Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 1st.
How much does Greater Lansing Foundation give?
$658,042 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $8,800.
Who runs Greater Lansing Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Colonel James E Stokes (Director), Brian Huggler (Director), Kira M Carter-Robertson MHA FACH (Director) and Michele Strasz (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Greater Lansing Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and education.