Irving S Gilmore Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 23-7236057
Foundation Overview
Based in Kalamazoo, MI, Irving S Gilmore Foundation has awarded 242 grants totaling $92,249,553 to organizations in Michigan. Individual grants range from $50 to $10,293,366, with a median award of $26,000.
Latest Tax Year
2023
Total Giving (all years)
$92,249,553
Total Assets
$332,627,704
Median Grant (all grants)
$26,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
212
Median Grant
$25,000
% Median Grant Decline
-98%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
Highly Accessible: 100%
212 of 212 recipients (100%) were new grantees. Foundation prioritizes discovering new partners. Most funding supports first-time applicants with compelling missions.
Geographic Focus
Michigan
100% of all grants are concentrated in Michigan, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Michigan, funding concentrates in Kalamazoo (85%), Portage (5%), Richland (3%).
Funding Trajectory
+10%
Stable funding levels with 10% change over 3 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
General Purposes + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (55%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Irving S Gilmore Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| African Methodist Episcopal Church | $7,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | The Baylor Project Jazz Performance | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Kalamazoo Artistic Development Initiative | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022-2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Face Off Theatre Programming | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $14,461 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | "Theatre Kalamazoo" | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $275,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Five-year Strategic Plan | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $189,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Programming | 2023 |
| Arts Council Of Greater Kalamazoo | $9,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | "Canadiana Fest" | 2023 |
| Bach Festival Society Of Kalamazoo Inc | $27,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Ballet Arts Ensemble Inc | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Black Arts & Cultural Center | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Black Arts & Cultural Center | $35,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Center Stage Theatre Inc | $10,000 | Comstock, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Crescendo Academy Of Music Inc | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Marvelous Music Program | 2023 |
| Crescendo Academy Of Music Inc | $45,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Farmers Alley Theatre Inc | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Fontana Chamber Arts | $95,200 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Glass Art Kalamazoo Inc | $8,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 20th Anniversary Campaign Matching Grant | 2023 |
| Glass Art Kalamazoo Inc | $80,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Grand Valley University Foundation | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Underwriting Of Wgvu's "Great Performances" Series | 2023 |
| Grand Valley University Foundation | $83,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Wgvu's "Kalamazoo Lively Arts" Production | 2023 |
| Great Lakes Acoustic Music Association | $5,300 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023-24 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Helen L Fox Gospel Music Center | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Hispanic American Council Incorporated | $4,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Mexico En El Alma | 2023 |
| Irving S Gilmore International Keyboard Festival | $1,000,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Julius & Esther Stulberg Competition Inc | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Julius & Esther Stulberg Competition Inc | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Office Renovation | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Book Arts Center | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Childrens Chorus | $22,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Civic Theatre | $150,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Community Chorale | $7,000 | White Pigeon, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Concert Band Association | $4,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022-23 Administrative Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Concert Band Association | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023-24 Administrative Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Concert Band Association | $63,450 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Holiday Concert | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Cultural Center | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Cultural Center | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Epic Center Lower Level Renovation | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Institute Of Arts | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Junior Symphony Society | $27,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022-23 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Junior Symphony Society | $27,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Male Chorus | $1,650 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | "Christmas In Kalamazoo" Concert | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Male Chorus | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Capacity Building | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Poetry Festival | $12,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Public Library | $9,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Booker T. Jones Concert | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Public Schools | $375,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Chenery Auditorium Phase 1 Capital Improvements | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency | $100,000 | Portage, MI, US | 2023-24 Efa Student Arts Scholarships | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency | $20,000 | Portage, MI, US | Efa-student Artistic Equipment Program | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency | $635,000 | Portage, MI, US | Efa 2023-2024 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Scottish Festival Association | $3,000 | Oshtemo, MI, US | 31st Annual Festival & Highland Games | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | $175,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | $70,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | "Kalamazoo Kids In Tune And Orchestra Rouh" Afterschool Programs | 2023 |
| Michigan Festival Of Sacred Music | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Michigan Festival Of Sacred Music | $9,300 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Strategic/succession Planning | 2023 |
| Milwood United Methodist Church | $1,250 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Fine Arts Series | 2023 |
| New Year's Fest Of Kalamazoo Inc | $35,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Parchment City Of | $30,000 | Parchment, MI, US | Kindleberger Summer Arts Program | 2023 |
| Portage City Of | $20,000 | Portage, MI, US | The Sound Of Portage | 2023 |
| Public Media Network | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Public Media Network | $150,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Public Media Network | $37,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | All Ears Theatre | 2023 |
| Queer Theatre Inc | $5,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Renaissance Enterprises Company | $40,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Programming | 2023 |
| Richland Area Community Center | $7,500 | Richland, MI, US | Programming | 2023 |
| Rootead Enrichment Center | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Youth Enrichment Programming | 2023 |
| Speak It Forward Inc | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Kalamazoo County Operations | 2023 |
| Suzuki Music Academy Of Kalamazoo | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Suzuki Music Academy Of Kalamazoo | $8,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | The Jammbo'laya Music Project | 2023 |
| The Mall City Harmonizers | $2,400 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Vicksburg Cultural Arts Center | $20,000 | Vicksburg, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Vine Neighborhood Association Inc | $5,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Sounds Of The Zoo | 2023 |
| Wellspringcori Terry & Dancers | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Theatre Equipment | 2023 |
| Wellspringcori Terry & Dancers | $70,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Wmuk Underwriting | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $23,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Wmuk Expanded Arts Kalamazoo | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Bullock Performance Series | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $1,600,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Piano Replacement Project | 2023 |
| Building Blocks Of Kalamazoo | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Council Of Michigan Foundations | $16,600 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support (Membership Renewal) | 2023 |
| First Congregational Church | $35,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Community Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Gryphon Place | $25,000 | Portage, MI, US | 2022-23 Volunteer Kalamazoo Program | 2023 |
| Gryphon Place | $350,000 | Portage, MI, US | Facility Renovations And Property Purchase | 2023 |
| Interfaith Strategy For Advocacy And Action In The Community | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Programming | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Astronomical Society | $8,755 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Eclipse Series | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Experiential Learning Center | $60,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational/program Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo In Bloom Inc | $6,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Nature Center Inc | $325,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Visitor Center Renovation | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Nature Center Inc | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Visitor Center Additional Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Public Library | $285,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Oneplace Programming (3 Years) | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo City Of | $80,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Holiday Events | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo City Of | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Downtown Ambassador Program | 2023 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | $40,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Office Furniture Updates | 2023 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | $150,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Michigan State University | $200,000 | East Lansing, MI, US | Kellogg Bird Sanctuary Renovation | 2023 |
| Southwest Michigan First Corporation | $350,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operations | 2023 |
| United Way Of The Battle Creek And Kalamazoo Region | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Leadership Challenge | 2023 |
| United Way Of The Battle Creek And Kalamazoo Region | $65,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Annual Campaign | 2023 |
| Young Kings And Queens Inc | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Programming | 2023 |
| Goodwill Industries Of Southwestern Michigan Inc | $105,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Adult Education/training Program | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Literacy Council | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Read And Write Kalamazoo | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Storefront Renovation | 2023 |
| Read And Write Kalamazoo | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operation Support | 2023 |
| Specialized Language Development Center | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Programming | 2023 |
| Bronson Health Foundation Inc | $150,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Bronson Children's Hospital Room Of Magic | 2023 |
| Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center | $111,350 | Augusta, MI, US | Equipment Upgrades | 2023 |
| Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center | $25,000 | Augusta, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Community Healing Centers | $8,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Coming Together Conference | 2023 |
| Community Outreach And Prevention Network | $12,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operation Support | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Heart Of Michigan | $9,600 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Safe And Healthy Futures Program | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services | $500,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Facility Improvements | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home Foundation | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Music Therapy Program | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $20,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Education And Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Prevention Works Of Southwest Michigan Inc | $300,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Hubone General Operations | 2023 |
| Prevention Works Of Southwest Michigan Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Programs And Services | 2023 |
| West Michigan Cancer Center | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Patient Care Services And Survivorship Program | 2023 |
| Young Womens Christian Assoc Of Kalamazoo | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Cradle Kalamazoo-women And Infant Support For Health (Wish) | 2023 |
| Aacorn Farm Inc | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Arc Community Advocates The | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Ask Family Services | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operation Support | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Southwest Michigan | $40,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Programming Support | 2023 |
| Bike Friendly Kalamazoo | $5,000 | Portage, MI, US | Operation Support | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Kalamazoo Inc | $500,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Edison Flagship Facility Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Kalamazoo Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Can-do Kitchen | $38,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Center For Transformation | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Communities In Schools Of Kalamazoo | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Community Homeworks | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Community Homeworks | $46,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Equipment | 2023 |
| Comprehensive Senior Care Corporation | $87,000 | Battle Creek, MI, US | Pace Grandpads Project | 2023 |
| Disability Network Southwest Michigan | $61,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Management Development | 2023 |
| Disability Network Southwest Michigan | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022-23 Kalamazoo County Independent Living Program | 2023 |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | $40,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Edison Neighborhood Association Inc | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Program Support | 2023 |
| First Congregational Church | $9,800 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Drop-in Child Care Center | 2023 |
| First Congregational Church | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Children's Nature Playscape Phase Ii | 2023 |
| First Day Shoe Fund | $20,000 | Portage, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Friends With Disabilities | $5,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Programming | 2023 |
| Goodwill Industries Of Southwestern Michigan Inc | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Get Help/navigation Services Gap Funds | 2023 |
| Hispanic American Council Incorporated | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| Housing Resources Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Junior Achievement Of Southwest Michigan Office | $30,000 | Battle Creek, MI, US | 2022-23 Kalamazoo County Programs, Operations | 2023 |
| Kairos Dwelling | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Black Male Alliance | $6,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Capacity Building (Programmatic) | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Center For Youth & Community | $110,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Programming | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo County Defender Inc | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Communications Strategy And Platforms | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Literacy Council | $4,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Interfaith Homes Community Connections Program | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes | $125,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Grocery Pantry Program | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Neighborhood Housing Services Inc | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Home Ownership Center Program | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Habitat For Humanity Inc | $35,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Operations | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Youth Development Network | $150,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Operational Support | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo City Of | $300,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Downtown Placemaking Projects | 2023 |
| Ministry With Community Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022/23 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Open Doors Kalamazoo | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2022 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Open Doors Kalamazoo | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Open Roads Bike Program | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | 2023 Operational Support | 2023 |
| Pine Lake Fund | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | One-time Operations Deficit Support | 2023 |
| Portage Community Outreach Center Inc | $7,000 | Portage, MI, US | Portage Community Center Youth Programs | 2023 |
| Portage Community Outreach Center Inc | $25,000 | Portage, MI, US | Emergency Assistance Programs | 2023 |
| Residential Opportunities Incorporated | $220,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Challenging Behavior Home Renovation And Start-up | 2023 |
| Residential Opportunities Incorporated | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Representative Payee Services | 2023 |
| Residential Opportunities Incorporated | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Affordable Housing Program | 2023 |
| Seeding Change | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Peacejam Activities | 2023 |
| Senior Services Inc | $533,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | New Home, New Hope Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| Shepherds Center Of Greater Kalamazoo | $8,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Technical Assistance | 2023 |
| Society For History And Racial Equity | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Operations | 2023 |
| St Lukes Episcopal Church | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Partners In Transition Outreach Ministry | 2023 |
| Synergy Health Center | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Urban Zone Programming | 2023 |
| United Way Of The Battle Creek And Kalamazoo Region | $35,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Eviction Diversion | 2023 |
| United Way Of The Battle Creek And Kalamazoo Region | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Kalamazoo County Vita Program | 2023 |
| Urban Alliance | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Operations | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Broncos Lead Internship Program | 2023 |
| Young Womens Christian Assoc Of Kalamazoo | $40,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Early Learning Childcare Services | 2023 |
| Young Womens Christian Assoc Of Kalamazoo | $80,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Domestic Violence Shelter Improvements | 2023 |
| Air Zoo Legacy Foundation | $1,500 | Portage, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Animals Best Friend Fund Inc | $100 | Oshtemo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Bronson Health Foundation Inc | $250 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Cat Nap Lodge Adoptions | $100 | Richland, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Cat Nap Lodge Adoptions | $100 | Richland, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Cat Nap Lodge Adoptions | $100 | Richland, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Cat Nap Lodge Adoptions | $500 | Richland, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center | $1,000 | Augusta, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Family & Children Services Inc | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Family & Children Services Inc | $100 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $6,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Grand Valley University Foundation | $120 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Gull Lake Community Schools Foundation | $250 | Richland, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Gull Lake Dam Association | $250 | Richland, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Hospice Care Of Southwest Michigan | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Hospice Care Of Southwest Michigan | $100 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Hospital Hospitality House Of Southwest Michigan | $200 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Irving S Gilmore International Keyboard Festival | $100 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Childrens Chorus | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Community Foundation | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo County Humane Society | $100 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Lifecare Inc | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Lifecare Inc | $250 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Lifecare Inc | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Lifecare Inc | $250 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Macular Degeneration Foundation Inc | $100 | Henderson, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Park Club Historic Foundation | $250 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Quenched Ministries | $100 | Battle Creek, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Salvation Army | $150 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Senior Services Inc | $100 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| St Lukes Episcopal Church | $5,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| West Michigan Cancer Center | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $50 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $750 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $250 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $750 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Western Michigan University Foundation | $120 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Matching | 2023 |
| Grants Matching | $42,440 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Grants Matching | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $10,293,366 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Arts, Culture & Humanities | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $1,832,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Community Development | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $195,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $752,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Health & Well-being | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $4,033,300 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2022 |
| Grants Matching | $42,440 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Grants Matching | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $10,293,366 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Arts, Culture & Humanities | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $1,832,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Community Development | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $195,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $752,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Health & Well-being | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $4,033,300 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2022 |
| Grants Matching | $42,440 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Grants Matching | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $10,293,366 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Arts, Culture & Humanities | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $1,832,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Community Development | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $195,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $752,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Health & Well-being | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $4,033,300 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2022 |
| Grants Paid | $5,713,562 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Arts, Culture & Humanities | 2021 |
| Grants Paid | $2,082,370 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Community Development | 2021 |
| Grants Paid | $370,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Education | 2021 |
| Grants Paid | $1,625,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Health & Well-being | 2021 |
| Grants Paid | $3,552,374 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2021 |
| Grants Matching | $39,820 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Grants Matching | 2021 |
| Grants Paid | $5,730,619 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Arts, Culture & Humanities | 2020 |
| Grants Paid | $2,486,401 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Community Development | 2020 |
| Grants Paid | $295,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Education | 2020 |
| Grants Paid | $923,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Health & Well-being | 2020 |
| Grants Paid | $3,569,793 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2020 |
| Grants Matching | $49,190 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Grants Matching | 2020 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Irving S Gilmore Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 23-7236057 |
| Website | http://www.isgilmore.org |
| Address | 136 E MICHIGAN AVE STE 900 Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3915 |
Key People (10)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Irving S Gilmore Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Chairman | Fl Parks |
|---|---|
| President | Mg Coleman |
| 1st Vp | Jh Moore |
| Treasurer | Cd Wattles |
| Secretary | Rm Beam |
Forms 990-PF
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Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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Data Currency: Last updated
February 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.