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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION

East Lansing, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
23-7326030
Regional Funder
Parent Organization
Logo for "MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION"

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION

East Lansing, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
23-7326030
Regional Funder
Parent Organization

Overview

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Est.

1973

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Michigan State University Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $12.1 million in grants paid in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O) AND TO PROMOTE, SPONSOR, ASSIST, AND CARRY OUT EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC, CHARITABLE AND RELATED ACTIVITIES AND OBJECTIVES OF MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY.
Total Funding Given

$12.1M

2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

31

Median 1st year grant
$12M
Median 2nd year grant
$13.8M
D
David Washburn
Board Member
D
Douglas Gage
Board Member
J
Jon Braeutigam
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $12.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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