The Michael Finley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Michael Finley Foundation is a private foundation in The Colony, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$164,646
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8,045 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,045 | 4 | $59,264 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $164,646 |
How to apply
The Michael Finley 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Univ of Wisconsin Found | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Finley
- Tim Frank
- Neal Hawks
- Pete Marino
- James McDonald
- Jean Moore
- Dirk Nowitzki
- Jeff Petersen
- Dr James Pinckney II
- Alex Pramenko
Questions people ask
Does The Michael Finley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Michael Finley Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Michael Finley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Finley (President), Tim Frank (Director), Neal Hawks (Director) and Pete Marino (Vice President) among 10 officers and trustees.