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Knier Family Foundation is a private trust based in DETROIT, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is Comerica Bank & Trust Na Agent. It holds total assets of $772K. Annual income is reported at $45K. Total assets have decreased from $1.2M in 2011 to $854K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 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 2015 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in North Carolina. According to available records, Knier Family Foundation has made 99 grants totaling $384K, with a median grant of $2K. The foundation has distributed between $93K and $195K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $195K distributed across 52 grants. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $44K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 44 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in North Carolina, Illinois, Ohio, which account for 78% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 13 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$150
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$4K
Largest Grant
$25K
Based on 25 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.
Knier Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 99 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NC, IL, OH.
Knier Family Foundation has distributed a total of $384K across 99 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $44K.
Knier Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is DECEMBER 1ST. Limited to awards for education, research and/or medical assistance.
Knier Family Foundation is headquartered in DETROIT, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 13 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven J Knier | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bonnie J Knier | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$109K
Total Assets
$854K
Fair Market Value
$2M
Net Worth
$854K
Grants Paid
$95K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$29K
Distribution Amount
$95K
Total: $541K
Total Grants
99
Total Giving
$384K
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
44
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Toxaway CharitiesSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Lake Toxaway, NC | $25K | 2023 |
| The Miracle League Of The TriangleGENERAL SUPPORT | Cary, NC | $17K | 2023 |
| Cardinal Gibbons High SchoolGENERAL ENDOWMENT | Raleigh, NC | $13K | 2023 |
| Gigi'S PlayhouseSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Hoffman Estates, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| The Carying Place IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Cary, NC | $8K | 2023 |
| St Mary Magdalene ChurchSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Apex, NC | $3K | 2023 |
| Catholic Diocese Of RaleighSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Raleigh, NC | $3K | 2023 |
| A Caring Center For WomenSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Vero Beach, NC | $3K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of The TriangleSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Raleigh, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Autism Society Of NcSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Raleigh, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Elon UniversitySUPPORT | Elon, NC | $2K | 2023 |
| Children'S Flight Of HopeSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Raleigh, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| InteractSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Raleigh, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| SafechildGENERAL SUPPORT | Raleigh, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| St Michael The Archangel Catholic ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Cary, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| Food Bank Of Central & Eastern Nc IncSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Raleigh, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| St Michael'S School And Nursery IncSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Wilmington, DE | $1K | 2023 |
| The Preston Robest Tisch Brain Tumor CenterBRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH | Durham, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| St Mary'S College Notre DameSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Notre Dame, IN | $500 | 2023 |
| Angels 4 AutismSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Queens, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| World VisionSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Federal Way, WA | $500 | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmySUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Alexandria, VA | $250 | 2023 |
| Handshake Columbus IncSCHOLARSHIPS | Columbus, OH | $5K | 2022 |
| TrosaSUPPORT OF DAILY ACTIVITIES | Durham, NC | $2K | 2022 |
| Northland CollegeOPERATING SUPPORT | Ashland, WI | $2K | 2022 |
| Dorcas MinistriesGENERAL SUPPORT | Cary, NC | $2K | 2022 |