The Trillium Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 38-2403460
Foundation Overview
Based in Ada, MI, The Trillium Foundation has awarded 195 grants totaling $297,520 to organizations in Michigan, Massachusetts and 7 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $250 to $8,000, with a median award of $1,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
6 of 38 recipients (16%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
53% of grants are awarded in Michigan, with additional funding distributed across 8 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Michigan, funding concentrates in Grand Rapids (62%), Mears (9%), Lowell (7%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 421% 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
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Trillium 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Aquinas College | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Baxter Community Center | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $8,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Devos Children's Hospital | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Guiding Light Mission | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Nami New Hampshire | $1,500 | Concord, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | $750 | Manchester, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Pound Buddies Animal Shelter & Adop | $500 | Muskegon, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Running In Silence | $500 | Grandville, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| The Middle Way | $3,000 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Tunnels To Towers | $1,000 | Staten Island, NY, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Up & Out | $1,000 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2024 |
| World Central Kitchen | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2024 |
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Aquinas College | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Baxter Community Center | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $8,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Devos Children's Hospital | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Guiding Light Mission | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Nami New Hampshire | $1,500 | Concord, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | $750 | Manchester, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Pound Buddies Animal Shelter & Adop | $500 | Muskegon, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Running In Silence | $500 | Grandville, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2024 |
| The Middle Way | $3,000 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Tunnels To Towers | $1,000 | Staten Island, NY, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Up & Out | $1,000 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2024 |
| World Central Kitchen | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2024 |
| Acton Institute | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Aquinas College | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Baxter Community Center | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $2,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Corewell Health Foundation West Mi | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Guiding Light Mission | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| International Rescue Committee | $750 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2023 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Pound Buddies Animal Shelter & Adop | $500 | Muskegon, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| The Middle Way | $1,000 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2023 |
| The Music Hall | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| The Sweet House Foundation | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Up & Out | $500 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Womenade Of Greater Squamscott | $750 | Stratham, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Acton Institute | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Aquinas College | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Baxter Community Center | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $2,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Corewell Health Foundation West Mi | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Guiding Light Mission | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| International Rescue Committee | $750 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2023 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Pound Buddies Animal Shelter & Adop | $500 | Muskegon, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| The Middle Way | $1,000 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2023 |
| The Music Hall | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| The Sweet House Foundation | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Up & Out | $500 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Womenade Of Greater Squamscott | $750 | Stratham, NH, US | Donation | 2023 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $5,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $1,250 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Music Hall | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | $750 | Manchester, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Up & Out | $500 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Tunnels To Towers | $1,000 | Staten Island, NY, US | Donation | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan Health -West | $250 | Wyoming, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Aquinas College | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $1,500 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Down Syndrome Association Of | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Franciscan Life Process Center | $2,000 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Middle Way | $500 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Running In Silence | $500 | Grandville, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Jude's Children Research | $1,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Patrick In Parnell | $250 | Ada, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Womenade Of Greater Squamscott | $1,000 | Stratham, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $5,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $1,250 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Music Hall | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | $750 | Manchester, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Up & Out | $500 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Tunnels To Towers | $1,000 | Staten Island, NY, US | Donation | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan Health -West | $250 | Wyoming, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Aquinas College | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $1,500 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Down Syndrome Association Of | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Franciscan Life Process Center | $2,000 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Middle Way | $500 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Running In Silence | $500 | Grandville, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Jude's Children Research | $1,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Patrick In Parnell | $250 | Ada, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Womenade Of Greater Squamscott | $1,000 | Stratham, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $5,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $1,250 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Music Hall | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | $750 | Manchester, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Up & Out | $500 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Tunnels To Towers | $1,000 | Staten Island, NY, US | Donation | 2022 |
| University Of Michigan Health -West | $250 | Wyoming, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Aquinas College | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $1,500 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Down Syndrome Association Of | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Franciscan Life Process Center | $2,000 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| John Ball Zoo -Pygmy Hippo Campaign | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Middle Way | $500 | Fairplay, CO, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Running In Silence | $500 | Grandville, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Jude's Children Research | $1,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Donation | 2022 |
| St Patrick In Parnell | $250 | Ada, MI, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| Womenade Of Greater Squamscott | $1,000 | Stratham, NH, US | Donation | 2022 |
| The Barn For Equine Learning | $500 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Baxter Community Center | $750 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $5,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2021 |
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Detroit Pit Crew Dog Rescue | $1,000 | Centerline, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| The Music Hall | $1,000 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2021 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $1,500 | Concord, NH, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Pound Buddies Animal Shelter & | $1,000 | Muskegon, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Up & Out | $1,000 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| League Of Michigan Bicyclists | $1,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Michigan Crossroads Council | $1,000 | Eagle, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Strawberry Banke | $750 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Tunnels To Towers | $250 | Staten Island, NY, US | Donation | 2021 |
| University Of Michigan Health -west | $250 | Wyoming, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Williams College | $2,500 | Williamstown, MA, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Aquinas College | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $1,500 | New York, NY, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Down Syndrome Association Of | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Esther's Hope Ministries | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Franciscan Life Process Center | $500 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| Grand Rapids Sports Hall Of Fame | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2021 |
| The Barn For Equine Learning | $2,500 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Baxter Community Center | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $5,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New | $1,000 | Exeter, NH, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Willis Eye Foundation | $5,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Donation | 2020 |
| American Red Cross | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Artists Creating Together | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Detroit Pit Crew Dog Rescue | $250 | Centerline, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Grand Rapids Public Schools | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| God's Kitchen | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| The Music Hall | $1,000 | Portsmouth, NH, US | Donation | 2020 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $1,000 | Concord, NH, US | Donation | 2020 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank | $1,500 | Manchester, NH, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Pound Buddies Animal Shelter & | $500 | Muskegon, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| St Cecelia Music Center | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| St Mary's Foundation | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| St Patrick's Of Parnell | $1,000 | Ada, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Up & Out | $250 | Mears, MI, US | Donation | 2020 |
| Aquinas College | $1,340 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2018 |
| The Barn For Equine Learning | $2,500 | Lowell, MI, US | Donation | 2018 |
| Baxter Community Center | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2018 |
| Bridges To Malawi | $3,000 | Hudson, MA, US | Donation | 2018 |
| East Grand Rapids Community | $2,500 | East Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2018 |
| Aquinas College | $1,340 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2017 |
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2016 |
| Aquinas College | $2,340 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2016 |
| Dominican Sisters Marywood Legacy | $2,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2016 |
| Salvation Army | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Donation | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for The Trillium Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 38-2403460 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 7587 CONSERVATION ST NE Ada, MI 49301-9522 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Trillium Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | G Mark Mcaleenan |
|---|---|
| Director | Gary F Mcaleenan |
| Director | Gregory W Mcaleenan |
| Secretary/tr | Karin M Turmelle |
Forms 990-PF
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