Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn | Foundation Profile
GrantBay analyzes IRS Form 990-PF data to help grant seekers find fit funders like Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn. Data shown is extracted from Form 990-PF filings.
EIN: 38-3374687
Foundation Overview
Based in Chelsea, MI, Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn has awarded 155 grants totaling $2,108,169 to organizations in Michigan, Hawaii and 15 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $200,000, with a median award of $1,035.
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
9 of 21 recipients (43%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
75% 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 Chelsea (26%), Detroit (21%), Ann Arbor (16%).
Funding Trajectory
Declining funding trend with 55% decrease over 7 years may indicate reduced grant opportunities or shifting foundation priorities. This trajectory suggests more competitive application environment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (38%). 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 Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $5,600 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2023 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $1,000 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2023 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $518 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2023 |
| The Guidance Center | $111,000 | Southgate, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2023 |
| Purple Rose Theater | $2,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2023 |
| Worldwide Indigenous Science Networ | $500 | Lahaina, HI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | $16,280 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Cranbrook Schools | $25,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Bettie D Gonzalez Fndtn Of Hop | $300 | Gordonville, TX, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Angela Hospice | $515 | Livonia, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Davis Direction Foundation | $1,023 | Marietta, GA, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Fairhaven Baptist Church | $2,400 | Westland, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Escot Youth Development | $500 | Westland, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Food For The Poor | $210 | Coconut Creek, FL, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Lutheran Hour Ministries | $309 | St Louis, MO, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Make A Wish Michigan | $1,100 | Southfield, MI, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| St Paul Lutheran Church | $3,800 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| T Wall Foundation | $309 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | $300 | Detroit, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| University Liggett Schools | $9,100 | Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| University Of Hawaii | $250 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Funds | 2023 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $23,700 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | $25,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $1,500 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $1,000 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| The Guidance Center | $94,266 | Southgate, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Purple Rose Theater | $2,500 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Worldwide Indigenous Science Networ | $500 | Lahaina, HI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | $16,280 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Cranbrook Schools | $25,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Bettie D Gonzalez Fndtn Of Hop | $1,030 | Gordonville, TX, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Kids Kicking Cancer | $1,039 | Southfield, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Various Charities | $1,100 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $23,700 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | $25,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $1,500 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $1,000 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| The Guidance Center | $94,266 | Southgate, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Purple Rose Theater | $2,500 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2022 |
| Worldwide Indigenous Science Networ | $500 | Lahaina, HI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | $16,280 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Cranbrook Schools | $25,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Bettie D Gonzalez Fndtn Of Hop | $1,030 | Gordonville, TX, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Kids Kicking Cancer | $1,039 | Southfield, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Various Charities | $1,100 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Funds | 2022 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $38,534 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2021 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | $25,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2021 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $2,000 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2021 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $1,035 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2021 |
| The Guidance Center | $110,500 | Southgate, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2021 |
| Purple Rose Theater | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2021 |
| Norwayne Boxing Gym | $500 | Westland, MI, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Worldwide Indigenous Science Networ | $2,000 | Lahaina, HI, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Eisenhower Medical Center | $16,280 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Food For The Poor | $820 | Coconut Creek, FL, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | $1,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Cranbrook Schools | $25,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| The A Scott Foundation | $3,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Western Oregon Univ Fdtn | $5,000 | Monmouth, OR, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Various Charities | $5,099 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Funds | 2021 |
| Champions Of Wayne | $200,000 | Franklin, MI, US | Support The Students Of Wayne Hs | 2020 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $24,700 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2020 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | $43,500 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2020 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $2,000 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2020 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $518 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2020 |
| The Guidance Center | $5,500 | Southgate, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2020 |
| Purple Rose Theater | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2020 |
| Norwayne Boxing Gym | $500 | Westland, MI, US | General Funds | 2020 |
| Worldwide Indigenous Science Networ | $1,000 | Lahaina, HI, US | General Funds | 2020 |
| Eisenhower Medical Center | $16,280 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Funds | 2020 |
| Food For The Poor | $513 | Coconut Creek, FL, US | General Funds | 2020 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | $1,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | General Funds | 2020 |
| Various Charities | $7,460 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Funds | 2020 |
| Champions Of Wayne | $135,000 | Franklin, MI, US | Support The Students Of Wayne Hs | 2018 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $22,856 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| Joyce Meyer Ministries | $1,000 | Fenton, MO, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| Wayne Main Street | $1,000 | Wayne, MI, US | General Funds | 2018 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $3,000 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $10,000 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| Ann Arbor Area Comm Fdtn | $2,500 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| Purple Rose Theater | $10,532 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| St Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2018 |
| Cranbrook | $46,600 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Scholarships For Deserving Students | 2018 |
| Various Charities | $12,524 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Funds | 2018 |
| Champions Of Wayne | $150,000 | Franklin, MI, US | Support The Students Of Wayne Hs | 2017 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $13,900 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Lutheran Hour Ministries | $250 | St Louis, MO, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| St Joseph Mercy Chelsea | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Living Hope International | $600 | West Bend, WI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Leader Dogs For The Blind | $10,300 | Rochester Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | $250 | Boston, MA, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Michigan District Of Lutheran Churc | $500 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Canyonland Field Institute | $1,200 | Moab, UT, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| T Wall Foundation | $1,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Toys For Tots | $200 | Triangle, VA, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Univeristy Of Hawaii | $500 | Honolulu, HI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Special Olympics | $150 | Washington, DC, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Habitat For Humanity Huron Valley | $100 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Methodist Children's Home Society | $200 | Redford Charter Twp, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Children's Leukemia Foundation | $200 | Farmington Hills, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Forgotten Harvest | $150 | Oak Park, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Bettie D Gonzalez Foundation | $1,000 | Frisco, TX, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Big Horn Charities | $2,000 | Palm Desert, CA, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Purple Rose Theatre | $10,504 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Motor Cities Natl Heritage | $500 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| St Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor | $10,000 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | Fight Against Hunger | 2017 |
| Salvation Army | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Cots | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| American Cancer Society | $200 | Oklahoma City, OK, US | Research | 2017 |
| Cranbrook | $90,400 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Scholarships For Deserving Students | 2017 |
| Alzheimers Association | $200 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund | 2017 |
| Hospice Of Michigan | $500 | Detroit, MI, US | Terminally Ill Health Care | 2017 |
| Michigan Humane Society | $150 | Detroit, MI, US | Rescue, Treat, And Shelter Animals | 2017 |
| The Reuben Phoenix Schostak Congeni | $200 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities | $250 | Columbus, OH, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| The Living Desert | $200 | Palm Desert, CA, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | $150 | Royal Oak, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $5,000 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| American Diabetes Association | $150 | Arlington, VA, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| American Lung Association | $100 | Madison Heights, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Goodwill Industries | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| Lighthouse Of Oakland County | $200 | Pontiac, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2017 |
| The Saints For Tomorrow Fund | $250 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund | 2017 |
| Various Charities | $650 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Funds | 2017 |
| St Margarets Episcopal Church | $1,200 | Palm Desert, CA, US | Religious, Church Gift Fund | 2016 |
| Champions Of Wayne | $180,000 | Franklin, MI, US | Support The Students Of Wayne Hs | 2016 |
| Our Savior Lutheran Church | $13,430 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Big Horn Charities | $7,000 | Palm Desert, CA, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Aging Projects | $12,735 | Hendersonville, NC, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Purple Rose Theatre | $10,000 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Motor Cities Natl Heritage | $1,000 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| St Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor | $33,005 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| George W Bush Presidential Center | $5,000 | Dallas, TX, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | Fight Against Hunger | 2016 |
| Salvation Army | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Cots | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| American Cancer Society | $100 | Oklahoma City, OK, US | Research | 2016 |
| Cranbrook | $87,800 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Scholarships For Deserving Students | 2016 |
| Alzheimers Association | $100 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund | 2016 |
| Hospice Of Michigan | $500 | Detroit, MI, US | Terminally Ill Health Care | 2016 |
| Michigan Humane Society | $150 | Detroit, MI, US | Rescue, Treat, And Shelter Animals | 2016 |
| The Reuben Phoenix Schostak Congeni | $200 | Ann Arbor, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of Detroit | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| The Living Desert | $200 | Palm Desert, CA, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | $150 | Royal Oak, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Eisenhower Medical Center | $40,700 | Rancho Mirage, CA, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Cornerstone Schools | $8,500 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| American Diabetes Association | $150 | Arlington, VA, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| American Lung Association | $100 | Madison Heights, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Goodwill Industries | $200 | Detroit, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Grace Centers Of Hope | $200 | Pontiac, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| Lighthouse Of Oakland County | $200 | Pontiac, MI, US | General Fund Support | 2016 |
| The Saints For Tomorrow Fund | $250 | Chelsea, MI, US | General Fund | 2016 |
Foundations Similar to Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn
Discover 5 foundations with comparable assets ($662,527-$682,454), similar grant patterns, and geographic focus in MI that may also align with your organization's funding needs and grant seeking strategy.
| Foundation Name | Total Assets | Typical Grant Size | Service Area | Similarity Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
The Farhan Foundation
EIN: 38-3533248 | 166 grants awarded |
$672,576
(≈ Similar) |
$1,500
median grant |
Sofield, MI
Same state |
|
|
Demery Family Foundation Inc
EIN: 46-5565274 | 181 grants awarded |
$682,454
(≈ Similar) |
$1,000
median grant |
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Same state |
|
|
William & Martha Ford Fund
EIN: 38-6066335 | 628 grants awarded |
$671,923
(≈ Similar) |
$1,000
median grant |
Detroit, MI
Same state |
|
|
Jackson Baker Scholarship Trust
EIN: 37-6598259 | 187 grants awarded |
$669,900
(≈ Similar) |
$1,375
median grant |
Coldwater, MI
Same state |
|
|
The Winkle Family Foundation
EIN: 38-3212032 | 109 grants awarded |
$662,527
(≈ Similar) |
$2,000
median grant |
Lake City, MI
Same state |
|
Related Foundation Resources in MI:
Contact Information
Official contact details for Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 38-3374687 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | PO BOX 590 Chelsea, MI 48118-0000 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President/di | Richard D Helppie Jr |
|---|---|
| Secretary/di | Leslie S Helppie |
| Treas/direct | Susan M Synor |
Forms 990-PF
IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.
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
About This Foundation Profile
This comprehensive foundation profile for Helppie Family Charitable Foundtn is powered by Grant Bay's advanced foundation research platform. Our system analyzes IRS Form 990-PF filings, grant histories, and philanthropic patterns to provide nonprofit organizations with actionable intelligence for grant seeking success.
Data Sources & Accuracy
All information is derived from official IRS filings and public records. Grant Bay processes thousands of Form 990-PF documents to extract grant details, financial data, and organizational information. Data accuracy depends on foundation reporting quality and IRS filing completeness.
Research Applications
Use this profile for prospect research, grant strategy development, application preparation, and relationship building. Combine this data with additional research on foundation priorities, application processes, and board member backgrounds for comprehensive grant seeking strategies.