Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Its website describes the foundation as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit launched by Alliance Catholic Credit Union in 2020 to help bring the love of God to its neighbors and support people, organizations, and causes that uphold the vitality of the Church.
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc gave $69K across 36 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $68,750
- Grants made (2024)
- 36
- Average grant
- $1,910
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $295,971
- +62.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Michigan (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The foundation provides an online application or a paper application for submission. Applicants are asked to provide supporting materials under the grant guidelines.
- Review Cycle
- The filing and grant guidelines state an annual deadline of May 31. The May 31, 2026 deadline has passed.
- Deadline
- The filing and grant guidelines state an annual deadline of May 31.
- Contact
Application contact: Alliance Catholic Foundation Attn O
Mailing address: 28800 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Phone: (877) 950-2228
Email: grantrequest@alliancecatholicfoundation.org
Website: https://alliancecatholicfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Michigan State University ($5K). Together the top 10 received $32K.
Organizations only. It also paid 18 individual scholarships ($29,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 36 grants of 36 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Its 2024 filing reports that 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan and 1% to recipients in Georgia. The filing’s application restrictions and the grant guidelines specify Michigan, while the current grant page says projects may be located in any of the 50 states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
Cities
How Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc gives
- In 2024 it paid out 641% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 36 grants totaling $69K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 18 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $29,500 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing, MI | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, MI | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Apostolate Inc Sterling Heights, MI | To support the community by promoting values-based education and spiritual development for families. | $5,000 |
| The Society of St Vincent De Paul Detroit Detroit, MI | To support the community by fostering inclusive learning environments for non-native english speakers and enhancing lifelong literacy. | $5,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of Michigan Bloomfield Hills, MI | To support the community by advancing literacy and inclusion for non-native english speakers through accessible education. | $4,000 |
| Divine Mercy Academy Livonia, MI | To support the community by helping children access quality education and reach their full academic potential. | $3,000 |
| Siena Literacy Center Detroit, MI | To support the community by empowering adults with language skills that improve job prospects and social inclusion. | $2,000 |
| Holy Redeemerthe -Torres Family Detroit, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Our Lady Queen of Martyrs-the Wells Family Beverly Hills, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $295,971 | $207,514 | $93,840 | $68,750 | 36 | $68,750 | $4,547 | $10,723 |
| 2023 | $182,297 | $144,412 | $52,870 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $90,755 | $129,964 | $54,470 | — | — | — | — | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $11K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to “help to bring the love of God to our neighbors.” Its grant guidelines describe funding for furthering education—including Catholic education, post-high-school degrees or certificates, and financial literacy—and for community quality-of-life needs that help poor or disadvantaged people.
The 2024 grants included scholarships and support for educational and community programs. For example, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit’s stated mission includes fostering inclusive learning environments for non-native English speakers and enhancing lifelong literacy. The Catholic Foundation of Michigan says it inspires charitable giving and helps donors invest in Catholic parishes, schools, and nonprofit organizations. Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan describes its work as providing services and support to people in need.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation made 36 grants totaling $68,750. Grants ranged from $500 to $6,000, with a median of $1,000. Notable awards included $6,000 to an individual recipient for a scholarship; $5,000 each to Michigan State University and the University of Alabama for scholarships; $5,000 to Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Apostolate for values-based education and spiritual development for families; and $5,000 to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit for literacy-related work. Other reported awards included $4,000 to the Catholic Foundation of Michigan and $3,000 to Divine Mercy Academy.
The foundation’s grant page provides an online application and a paper application option. It says requests are reviewed within 60 calendar days of receipt and applicants are notified within 90 days. It also states that only one grant per organization may be approved per calendar year. The current grant page says projects must be for organizations whose practices are consistent with Catholic Church teachings and must be located within one of the 50 U.S. states. The foundation’s filing and its grant guidelines instead state that projects must be in Michigan, with funds staying in-state and not processed by national organizations. The guidelines also describe education and community quality-of-life needs as focus areas.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2024 filing lists Keith Burke as trustee and president, and Dan Davidson and Rob Grech as trustees.
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc is led by Keith Burke, Trustee & President since 2024 (on filings since 2022); none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Keith Burke
Trustee & President
Secretary → Trustee & President, 2024
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Dan Davidson
Trustee
Vice President → Vice President & Treasurer, 2023
Vice President & Treasurer → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Rob Grech
Trustee
President → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Michael Bahorski (2022) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc
How much does Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc give each year?
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc gave $69K across 36 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,910, across 36 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc give grants?
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc gives mostly in Michigan: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Livonia, MI (5 grants), Detroit, MI (4 grants) and Southfild, MI (2 grants).
Does Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 36 grants with a stated purpose on Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (27 grants).
Who are Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Michigan State University ($5,000), The University of Alabama ($5,000) and Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Apostolate Inc ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 18 individual scholarships ($29,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 22% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc?
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc reported $296K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $69K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $11K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to “help to bring the love of God to our neighbors.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc?
The foundation provides an online application or a paper application for submission. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's EIN?
Alliance Catholic Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-2671837. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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