Central up Cism
Central up Cism is a public charity based in Marquette, Michigan. It supports first responders in Michigan’s Central Upper Peninsula by offering peer support and connecting them with resources after traumatic events.
Central up Cism at a glance
- Total assets
- $60,904
- +215.2% vs 2024
- Revenue (2025)
- $58,491
- +70.9% vs 2024
- Net investment income (2025)
- $68
- Expenses (2025)
- $16,909
- +22.4% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Central up Cism
- How to Apply
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No process for outside grant applications is stated. The website describes an application for the individual mental health relief fund, but this is assistance for first responders, not a grant program for outside organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 80 Edgewood Dr, Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (708) 704-8965
Website: https://centralupcism.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Central up Cism funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 11 grants of 11 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization says it serves first responders in Marquette and Alger counties in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $6K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 11 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $6,295 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $60,904 | $58,491 | $16,909 | — | — | — | $68 |
| 2024 | $19,323 | $34,232 | $13,810 | $6,295 | 11 | $6,295 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to provide local first responders with a stable resource after traumatic events and connect them to resources when they call. It describes Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and peer support as ways to support first responders’ emotional and physical well-being and unit integrity.
Its work includes crisis interventions such as defusings and debriefings, one-on-one peer support, peer training, and connecting first responders with additional resources. The website says its mental health relief fund can provide up to $500 to first responders in Marquette or Alger County seeking mental health or substance use treatment.
Grantmaking
The IRS filing reports 11 grants totaling $6,295 in 2024. The 2025 filing reports no grants. No grantee names or award amounts are provided, so typical award size and notable grantees cannot be identified.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2025 filing are Susan Andary, president; Pamela Basal, admin adviso; Jennifer Best, secretary; Kristie Buruse, vice preside; Ruth Gerhart, treasurer; Gregory Jones, member; Jacalyn Lasich, clinical COO; John Rink, member; and Kirk Vogler, member.
Central up Cism is led by Susan Andary, President on every filing since 2024; none of the 9 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Susan Andary
President
On filings since 2024
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gregory Jones
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jacalyn Lasich
Clinical COO
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Best
Secretary
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Rink
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kirk Vogler
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristie Buruse
Vice President
On filings since 2024
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pamela Basal
Administrator Advisor
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ruth Gerhart
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "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 Central up Cism
How large is Central up Cism?
Central up Cism reported $61K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $58K.
What does Central up Cism fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to provide local first responders with a stable resource after traumatic events and connect them to resources when they call. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Central up Cism?
No process for outside grant applications is stated. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Central up Cism make grants?
The organization says it serves first responders in Marquette and Alger counties in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
What is Central up Cism's EIN?
Central up Cism's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-1431180. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 6, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 18, 2026)
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