Jenkins Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 27-0467778
Foundation Overview
Based in Ann Arbor, MI, Jenkins Foundation has awarded 183 grants totaling $6,497,932 to organizations in Michigan and California. Individual grants range from $100 to $600,000, with a median award of $25,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
6 of 30 recipients (20%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
96% 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 Ann Arbor (55%), Ypsilanti (17%), Detroit (6%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 90937% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (62%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Jenkins 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Brighter Way | $10,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Alpha House | $25,000 | Taft, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Avalon Housing | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Southeast Michigan | $42,132 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Community Action Network | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Corner Health Center | $40,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Council Of Michigan Foundations Inc | $6,100 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Dawn Farm | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $15,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Emu Foundation | $101,500 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Faith In Action | $25,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Food Gatherers | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Friends In Deed | $10,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Girls Group | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Neutral Zone | $51,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Our House | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Ozone House | $50,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2024 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $100,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Safehouse Center | $100,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $25,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Sos Community Services | $40,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| The Women's Center Of Southeastern Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| University Of Michigan Depression Center | $600,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| University Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Vista Maria | $75,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Washtenaw Refugee Welcome | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| We The Prople Opportunity Farm | $10,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2024 |
| Avalon Housing | $35,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Southeast Michigan | $25,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Community Action Network | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Corner Health Center | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Dawn Farm | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $10,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Emu Foundation | $100,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Faith In Action | $25,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Food Gatherers | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Girls Group | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Great Lakes Regional Field Hockey | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan | $25,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Neutral Zone | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Our House | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Ozone House | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2023 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $100,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Petosky-harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | $5,000 | Petoskey, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Safehouse Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $25,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Sos Community Services | $35,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| University Of Michigan Depression Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| University Of Michigan | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Vista Maria | $75,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Avalon Housing | $35,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Southeast Michigan | $25,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Community Action Network | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Corner Health Center | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Dawn Farm | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $10,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Emu Foundation | $100,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Faith In Action | $25,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Food Gatherers | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Girls Group | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Great Lakes Regional Field Hockey | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan | $25,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | $40,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Neutral Zone | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Our House | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Ozone House | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2023 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $100,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Petosky-harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | $5,000 | Petoskey, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Safehouse Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $75,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $25,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Sos Community Services | $35,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| University Of Michigan Depression Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| University Of Michigan | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Vista Maria | $75,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2023 |
| Community Action Network | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Corner Health Center | $40,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Dawn Farm | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Dexter Community Schools | $100,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $10,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Emu Foundation | $85,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Food Gatherers | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Girls Group | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan | $25,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Homeless Action Network | $50,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Our House | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Ozone House | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2022 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Safehouse Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $25,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| True North Community Services | $15,000 | Fremont, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan Depression Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Vista Maria | $50,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Community Action Network | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Corner Health Center | $40,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Dawn Farm | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Dexter Community Schools | $100,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $10,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Emu Foundation | $85,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Food Gatherers | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Girls Group | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan | $25,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Homeless Action Network | $50,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Our House | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Ozone House | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2022 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Safehouse Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $25,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| True North Community Services | $15,000 | Fremont, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan Depression Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Vista Maria | $50,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Community Action Network | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Corner Health Center | $40,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Dawn Farm | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Dexter Community Schools | $100,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $10,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Emu Foundation | $85,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Food Gatherers | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Girls Group | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan | $25,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Homeless Action Network | $50,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Michigan Foster Care Closet | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Our House | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Ozone House | $25,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2022 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Michigan | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Safehouse Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $50,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $25,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| True North Community Services | $15,000 | Fremont, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan Depression Center | $25,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Vista Maria | $50,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2022 |
| Emu Foundation | $40,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Food Gatherers | $30,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Homeless Action Network | $20,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Regents Of The University Of Michigan | $45,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $30,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| United Way For Se Michigan | $15,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Domestic Violence Project Inc Aka Safe House Center | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Michigan Parkinson Foundation | $20,000 | Bingham Farms, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Vista Maria | $15,000 | Dearborn Heights, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Peace Neighborhood Center | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Dawn Farm | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Educational Foundation Of Dexter | $5,000 | Dexter, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Ozone House | $15,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support Of Activities | 2021 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | $20,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Support For Activities | 2021 |
| Emu Foundation | $10,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Food Gatherers | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Regents Of The University Of Michigan | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw County | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Ann Arbor Spark Foundation | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Faith In Action | $5,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Homeless Action Network | $10,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| St Joe Mercy Health System | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| United Way For Se Michigan | $15,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| United Way Of Washtenaw County | $15,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| First Congregational Ucc (for Wicir) | $5,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Support For Activities | 2020 |
| Friends Of Greenview And Pioneer | $100 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Maintain & Improve Greenview & Pioneer Nature Area | 2018 |
| Shelter Association Of Washtenaw Co | $7,600 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Homeless Shelter | 2018 |
| Dawn Farms | $5,000 | Ypsilanti, MI, US | Drug Rehabilitation Center | 2018 |
| Safehouse Center | $10,000 | Ann Arobr, MI, US | Safe House For Survivors Or Domestic Violence | 2018 |
| Alpha House | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Homeless Shelter | 2018 |
| Ozone House | $7,500 | Ann Arobr, MI, US | Safe House For Homeless Youth | 2018 |
| True North Community Services | $2,500 | Fremont, MI, US | Youth And Community Assistance | 2018 |
| Neutral Zone | $5,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Youth Center | 2018 |
| Salvation Army | $7,500 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | Christian Based Charitable Organization | 2018 |
| Michigan State University | $2,000 | East Lansing, MI, US | Medical | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 27-0467778 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 2946 SANDHILL DR Dexter, MI 48130-8630 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Jenkins Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Brooke Bonilla |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Elizabeth Weiss |
| Director | Lee Ann Jenkins |
| Director | Steven Tracy |
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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