The Michael Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Michael Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $89,165 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $14,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$89,165
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $88,025 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $88,025 | 16 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $89,165 | 15 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Edward Hill 504 Westridge Run, Phoenixville, PA 19460 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (484) 995-7005, info@michaelfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Applications for grants may be written or verbal, proof of financial need required |
| Deadlines | February 1st of each year. Exceptions may be made for special needs |
| Restrictions | Grants restricted to schools, teachers and college students intending on promoting, or obtaining, education under the waldorf method and system of education. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Michael Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $36,165 |
| New York | 2 | $19,000 |
| California | 1 | $14,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $9,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $7,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Area Center for Waldorf Teacher Training (Bacwtt) | Grant for scholarships | $14,000 |
| Sunbridge Institute | Grant for scholarships | $14,000 |
| Detroit Waldorf School | Adult intern training | $9,000 |
| Center for Anthroposophy | Grant for scholarships | $7,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,500 |
| The Fiber Craft Studio | Grant for scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| The Nature Institute | Grant for scholarships | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,890 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,275 |
| Individual | Scholorship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Hill
- Marsha Hill
- Jeffrey Spade
- Francine Marquiss
Questions people ask
Does The Michael Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: February 1st of each year. Exceptions may be made for special needs.
How much does The Michael Foundation Inc give?
$89,165 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Michael Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Hill (Pres/Director), Marsha Hill (Secretary/Director), Jeffrey Spade (Treasurer/Director) and Francine Marquiss (Director).
What does The Michael Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.