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BESSER FOUNDATION

BESSER FOUNDATION

Alpena, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-6071938
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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BESSER FOUNDATION

Alpena, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-6071938
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Besser Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that has allocated $1.2 million in grants to 26 grantees in 2024, with a significant focus on Michigan. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess fit for their funding opportunities.

Total Funding Given

$1.2M

2024
Grantees funded
26
Multi-year grantees
62%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

16

Median 1st year grant
$5.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
P
Patricia Gardner
Board Member
C
Chris McCoy
Board Member
P
Pete Wilson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BESSER FOUNDATION?
Yes. BESSER FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does BESSER FOUNDATION give?
BESSER 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 BESSER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BESSER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,605. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BESSER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BESSER FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BESSER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BESSER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF ALPENA, CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES OF, and Shelter Inc dba Hope Shores Alliance. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BESSER FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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