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James A & Faith Knight Foundation is a private corporation based in ANN ARBOR, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is David J Knight. It holds total assets of $12.8M. Annual income is reported at $5.4M. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Michigan. According to available records, James A & Faith Knight Foundation has made 96 grants totaling $2.5M, with a median grant of $25K. Annual giving has grown from $785K in 2020 to $961K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $56K, with an average award of $26K. The foundation has supported 55 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Michigan. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$25K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 32 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.
James A & Faith Knight Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 96 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI.
James A & Faith Knight Foundation has distributed a total of $2.5M across 96 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $26K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $56K.
James A & Faith Knight Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is OCTOBER 31ST. Grant priorities include women and girls' needs, animals and ecological issues, and efforts impacting internal capacity.
James A & Faith Knight Foundation is headquartered in ANN ARBOR, MI.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Knight-Drain | PRESIDENT | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Scott Drain | TREASURER | $10K | $0 | $10K |
| Christopher Ballard | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$175K
Total Assets
$12.5M
Fair Market Value
$19.4M
Net Worth
$12.5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.2M
Distribution Amount
$917K
Total: $12.3M
Total Grants
96
Total Giving
$2.5M
Average Grant
$26K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
55
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Action NetworkSUPPORT THE COST TO LAUNCH ONLINE IP | Ann Arbor, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Growing HopeTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Ypsilanti, MI | $35K | 2022 |
| Women'S Center Of Southeast MichigaTO HELP SUPPORT THE HIRING OF AN OPE | Ann Arbor, MI | $56K | 2022 |
| Avalon HousingTO SUPPORT EXPENSES FOR 126 SINGLE M | Ann Arbor, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Ypsilanti District LibraryNEW LIBRARY | Ypsilanti, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw CoTO HELP FUND EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO C | Ann Arbor, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Food GatherersTO SUPPORT PANDEMIC FOOD RESPONSE | Ann Arbor, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of MichiganTO SUPPORT GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSE | Ann Arbor, MI | $45K | 2022 |
| Peach NeighborhoodTO PROVIDE SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO WO | Ann Arbor, MI | $40K | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Huron ValleTO HELP COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH WOMEN | Ann Arbor, MI | $40K | 2022 |
| Girls GroupTO SUPPORT GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSE | Ann Arbor, MI | $35K | 2022 |
| Michigan League Of Conservation VotHELP EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT PFAS | Ann Arbor, MI | $35K | 2022 |
| Ypsilanti Meals On WheelsTO SUPPORT "CARE ON WHEELS" | Ypsilanti, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Ele'S PlaceGENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES | An Arbor, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Michigan Ability PartnersTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Ann Arbor, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Bird Center Of Washtenaw CountySUPPORT THE COST FOR 14 NEW INTERNS | Ann Arbor, MI | $26K | 2022 |
| Civil Air PatrolSUPPORT THE CADET PROGRAM | Selfridge, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Alpha House - Interfaith HospitalitTO HELP WITH EXPENSE ASSOCIATED WITH | Ann Arbor, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| The Treeline ConservancyGENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES | Ann Arbor, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Ann Arbor Active Against AlsSUPPOTR GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES | Ann Arbor, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Washtenaw Area Council For ChildrenTO SUPPORT A CYBER SECURITY FACILITA | Ypsilanti, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Neutral ZoneHELP WITH TEN-YEAR INTERVENTION TO T | Ann Arbor, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Nonprofit NetworkTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Jackson, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Foundations Preschool Of Ann ArborTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Ann Arbor, MI | $20K | 2022 |
| Friends In DeedTO SUPPORT SOLVING TRANSPORTION NEED | Ypsilanti, MI | $18K | 2022 |
| Cancer Support CommunityTO HELP SUPPORT BRIDE PROJECT | Ann Arbor, MI | $17K | 2022 |
| Southeast Michigan Land ConservancyGENERAL OPERATING AND STAFF EXPENSES | Superior Twp, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| Animals And Society InstituteSUPPORT THE GENERAL OPERATIONS | Ann Arbor, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| Children'S Literacy NetworkTO HELP WITH STRATEGIC PLANNING | Ann Arbor, MI | $13K | 2022 |
| Therapeutic Riding IncTO SUPPORT THE ADOPT-A-HORSE PROGRAM | Ann Arbor, MI | $12K | 2022 |
| Ann Arbor Area Community FoundationSUPPORT THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLA | Ann Arbor, MI | $10K | 2022 |
| Michigan Prison DoulasTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Ann Arbor, MI | $10K | 2022 |
| Peace NeighborhoodTO HELP PROVIDE SUPPORTIVE SERVICES | Ann Arbor, MI | $50K | 2021 |
| Allen Creek PreschoolTO HELP THE ORGANIZATION WITH TECHNO | Ann Arbor, MI | $35K | 2021 |
| Sos Community ServicesTO HELP SUPPORT PARENTING PROGRAMS T | Ypsilanti, MI | $30K | 2021 |
| Ozone House IncTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Ypsilanti, MI | $25K | 2021 |
| Ann Arbor Art Center AssociationTO SUPPORT THE GENERAL OPERATING BUD | Ann Arbor, MI | $25K | 2021 |
| Student Advocacy CenterTO HELP WITH GENERAL OPERATING EXPEN | Ypsilanti, MI | $25K | 2021 |