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Carls Foundation is a private corporation based in BLOOMFLD HLS, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1965. The principal officer is Comerica Bank Ttee. It holds total assets of $128.7M. Annual income is reported at $35.5M. Total assets have grown from $96.9M in 2011 to $128.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 7 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Michigan. According to available records, Carls Foundation has made 321 grants totaling $33.3M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has grown from $5.2M in 2020 to $7.7M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $13.3M distributed across 122 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $600K, with an average award of $104K. The foundation has supported 186 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Michigan, District of Columbia, California, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$43K
Average Grant
$80K
Largest Grant
$600K
Based on 65 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Carls Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 321 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI, DC, CA.
Carls Foundation has distributed a total of $33.3M across 321 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $104K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $600K.
The application deadline is THERE ARE NO DEADLINES FOR SUBMISSION OF REQUESTS. The foundation has a broadly defined charitable purpose but the organization's primary focus is children's health & welfare (primarily in mi), preservation of natural areas and open spaces, and historical buildings. The foundation does not provide grants to individuals, for endowments, publications, conferences, seminars, film, fellowships, education, loans, travel, research, playground or athletic facilities or underwrite related events.
Carls Foundation is headquartered in BLOOMFLD HLS, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth A Stieg | PRESIDENT | $167K | $45K | $212K |
| Teresa Krieger-Burke Phd | ASSISTANT TREASURER | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Bruce M Fleischer Phd | TRUSTEE | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Brain Derisley | TRUSTEE | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Dr Homer E Nye | TRUSTEE | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Edward C Stieg | TRUSTEE | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Donald A Delong Esq | SECRETARY | $2K | $0 | $2K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$128.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$128.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
321
Total Giving
$33.3M
Average Grant
$104K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
186
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our HouseSUPPORT FOR RESILIENCE MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM FOR FOSTER YOUTH | Ypsilanti, MI | $44K | 2023 |
| Munson Healthcare FoundationNICU CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Traverse City, MI | $600K | 2023 |
| The Nature ConservancyPURCHASE AND PROTECTION OF NORTHPOINT PRESERVE | Lansing, MI | $500K | 2023 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land ConservancyPURCHASE AND PROTECTION OF LANDS FOR THE MITCHELL CREEK PRESERVE | Traverse City, MI | $500K | 2023 |
| Walloon Lake Association And TrustCRITICAL LANDS CAMPAIGN | Walloon Lake, MI | $300K | 2023 |
| Avalon Healing CenterSUPPORT FOR PEDIATRIC SAFE DIRECTOR & PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT | Detroit, MI | $300K | 2023 |
| Keweenaw Natural AreasMERGANSER POND NORTH PRESERVE (EST DISTRIBUTION 12/2022) | Calumet, MI | $273K | 2023 |
| LacasaSUPPORT FOR THE SANE MEDICAL FACILITIES | Howell, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Forgotten HarvestACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WAREHOUSE | Oak Park, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Ascension St John FoundationCAPITAL RENOVATION PICU | Grosse Pointe Woods, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank Of Southeast MichiganCAPITAL FUNDS FOR SOUTH CAMPUS FACILITY | Detroit, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| United Way Northwest MichiganCAPITAL SUPPORT FOR DENTAL CLINIC | Traverse City, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Goodwill Industries Nothern MichiganCAPITAL SUPPPORT FOR WAREHOUSE RENOVATION FOR FOOD RESCUE | Traverse City, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| SamaritasRENOVATIONS TO FAMILY CENTER IN WESTLAND | Detroit, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Six Rivers Land ConservancySUPPORT FOR THE CATALYTIC CAPACITY CAMPAIGN IN SOUTHEAST MI | Rochester, MI | $230K | 2023 |
| Henry Ford HealthEQUIPMENT PURCHASES FOR HENRY FORD HOSPITAL DOWNTOWN NICU | Detroit, MI | $220K | 2023 |
| Corewell Health Foundation Southeast MichiganPURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER | Southfield, MI | $220K | 2023 |
| Little Traverse ConservancyPURCHASE OF THE LAMKIN PROPERTY PRESERVE | Harbor Springs, MI | $200K | 2023 |
| Children'S Healing CenterCONSTRUCTION OF CHILDREN'S HEALING CENTER IN SOUTHEAST MI | Grand Rapids, MI | $200K | 2023 |
| Alternatives For GirlsSUPPORT FOR THE MILLER GROVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT | Detroit, MI | $166K | 2023 |
| Streams Of HopeSUPPORT FOR HEALTH STARTS HERE CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $150K | 2023 |
| Community Foundation For Southeast MichiganGREAT LAKES WAY PROGRAM | Destoit, MI | $125K | 2023 |
| Southwest Michigan Land ConservancyPURCHASE OF LA GRANGE VALLEY PROPERTY PRESERVE | Galesburg, MI | $125K | 2023 |
| Land Trust AllianceSUPPORT FOR ACCELERATING & STRENGTHENING CONSERVATION PRGM, MI | Washington, DC | $100K | 2023 |
| Holley InstituteSUPPORT FOR THE COMMUNITY HEALTH & LITERACY PROGRAM | Detroit, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Thumb Land ConservancyPURCHASE OF SHOREFOOD FORREST PROPERTY PRESERVE | Marlette, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Whaley Children'S CenterRENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENTS TO HVAC | Flint, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Land Conservancy Of West MichiganMCGUFFEE CREEK NATURE PRESERVE | Grand Rapids, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Food Bank Of Eastern Michigan IncSUPPORT FO THE KITCHEN EXPANSION PROJECT | Flint, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Washtenaw County Conservation DistrictFARM LINK PILOT PROJECT | Ann Arbor, MI | $81K | 2023 |
| Crossroads Of MichiganRENOVATIONS TO KITCHEN,WAITING AREAS; CHILD OPPORTUNITY PRGM | Detroit, MI | $80K | 2023 |
| Children'S Leukemia Foundation Dba The Blood Cancer Fdn Of MiPURCHASE OF OUTREACH VEHICLE IN RURAL MICHIGAN | Farmington Hills, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| Matrix Human ServicesSUPPORT FO THE FOOD FOR HEALTH PROGRAM | Detroit, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| Crossover OutreachCONSTRUCTION OF NEW FACILTY PROVIDING WRAP AROUND SERVICES | Flint, MI | $55K | 2023 |
| Abigayle MinistriesINSTALLATION OF NEW BOILER AND ELECTRICAL REPAIRS | Sterling Heights, MI | $54K | 2023 |
| South Oakland Shelter Dba Lightouse MiRENOVATIONS TO THE THEEN PATH TRANSITIONAL HOUSING FACILITY | Pontiac, MI | $52K | 2023 |
| Kids Food BasketSUPPORT FOT EH FEEDING OUR FUTURE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Abide Ministries IncTRAUMA THERAPY FOR OXFORD STUDENTS & SCANCUARY PROGRAM | Clawson, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Women'S Resource Center For The Traverse City AreaINSTALATION OF SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN THRIFT SHOP | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of West MichiganSUPPORT FOR NEW BABY AND TODDLER PANTRY | Grand Rapids, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| South Michigan Food BankSUPPORT FOR THE FRESH FOOD & PANTRY DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM | Battle Creek, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Detroit Police Athletic League (Pal)KITCHEN RENOVATIONS FOR SERVING COMMUNITY | Detroit, MI | $42K | 2023 |
| Oakland UniversityPEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH LABORATORY | Rochester, MI | $39K | 2023 |
| The Davies Project For Mid Michigan ChildrenSUPPORT FOR TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM FOR FAMILIES WITH SICK CHILDREN | Lansing, MI | $36K | 2023 |
| University Of Michigan - Ann ArborANNUAL MERIT & FINANCIAL NEEDS FOR CARLS SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS | Ann Arbor, MI | $33K | 2023 |
| Ascension Borgess FoundationPURCHASE OF ALGO 7I NEWBORN HEARING SCREENERS | Kalamazoo, MI | $32K | 2023 |
| Ascension Genesys FoundationPURCHASE OF ALGO 7I NEWBORN HEARING SCREENERS | Grand Blanc, MI | $32K | 2023 |
| Variety Children'S CharityVARIETY MYOELECTRIC CENTER | Birmingham, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| Hearts Cri Michigan IncPURCHASE OF INTERACTIVE METRONOME FOR WORK WITH FOSTER PROGRAM | Brighton, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| Northmen Den Youth PantriesSUPPORT FOR PANTRIES IN SCHOOLS IN EMMET COUNTY | Petoskey, MI | $30K | 2023 |