THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION
Detroit, MI, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
38-1675780
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder

Detroit, MI, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
38-1675780
•
•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Skillman Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, has a robust grantmaking scale, having paid out $17.8 million in grants to 506 grantees in 2024. The foundation primarily focuses on funding initiatives in Michigan, New York, and Washington, D.C., and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS COMMUNITY DISTRICT FOUNDATION
$3.6M
4%

DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND
$3M
3%

COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATIONS
$2.7M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
417
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$27.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION give?
THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION awarded about 420 grants, totaling nearly $17.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 510 grantees. Recent grantees include THE DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS COMMUNITY DISTRICT FOUNDATION, DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND, and COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATIONS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION’s website.
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