Consumers Energy Foundation
The Consumers Energy Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Consumers Energy, a Michigan-based utility company. The foundation has been supporting Michigan communities for more than 135 years through Consumers Energy and formally through the foundation since 1990. The foundation invests in sustainable community development across Michigan through grants and volunteer mobilization programs.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$67.1M
+21.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.5M
-3.8% YoY
Grant Count
296
+2.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$25K
-6.1% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Consumers Energy Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on building sustainable communities by investing in three key areas:
- People: Ending poverty in Michigan
- Planet: Protecting Michigan's environment, including land, water, and air
- Prosperity: Supporting economic development and growing businesses and communities
The foundation emphasizes Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) across all funding areas and supports social justice programs that advance equity.
Grantmaking
The foundation administers several grant programs:
Grant Types
How to Apply
The foundation accepts grant applications from Michigan nonprofit organizations. Prospective applicants are directed to apply through the foundation's website.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation focuses exclusively on Michigan, supporting nonprofit organizations and communities throughout the state. Recent grant announcements indicate activity in Northern Michigan, Ogemaw County, Genesee County, and various other Michigan regions.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
In 2014, Michigan nonprofit organizations received more than $10 million in contributions from Consumers Energy, its employees, retirees, its foundation, and parent company CMS Energy.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $67,056,730 | $55,085,639 | $63,004,403 |
| Revenue | $13,902,656 | $-804,625 | $5,846,714 |
| Expenses | $7,610,714 | $7,920,461 | $7,948,317 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $7,524,138 | $7,820,257 | $7,827,914 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,251,530 | $664,570 | $5,736,815 |
| Distributable Amount | $2,930,362 | $2,806,088 | $3,329,138 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Consumers Energy Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include City of West Branch ($250,000), Community Food Clubs ($250,000), City of Allegan ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A21 USA INC SANTA ANA, CA | K-12 HUMAN TRAFFICKING EDUCATION CURRICULUM TRAINING AND RESOURCE PROMOTION AND DISTRIBUTION | $2,500 |
| ADRIAN COLLEGE ADRIAN, MI | TRACK & EXPLORE PROGRAM | $5,000 |
| ADVANCING MACOMB FOUNDATION MOUNT CLEMENS, MI | ANNUAL INVESTOR SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| ALBION-HOMER UNITED WAY ALBION, MI | 2024 CORPORATE CONTRIBUTION | $1,200 |
| ALLEGAN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLEGAN, MI | ALLEGAN COUNTY FOOD PANTRY COLLABORATIVE (ACFPC) - ENSURING ADEQUATE SUMMER PROTEIN ACCESS FOR VULNERABLE FAMILIES | $5,000 |
| ALLEN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER LANSING, MI | NEIGHBORS IN NEED | $5,000 |
| ALLIANCE FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS CADILLAC, MI | ALLIANCE FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS | $5,000 |
| AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS KALAMAZOO, MI | MICHIGAN REGION DISASTER SERVICES - MAY 7, 2024 TORNADO RELIEF | $20,000 |
| AMERICAN YOUTH SOCCER ORGANIZATION TORRANCE, CA | AMERICAN YOUTH SOCCER ORGANIZATION REGION 500 WE ARE THAT AWARDS | $250 |
| ANN ARBOR SPARK FOUNDATION ANN ARBOR, MI | 2024 MISSION SUPPORT | $15,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARRICK J ROCHOW | CHAIRMAN & DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| BRANDON J HOFMEISTER | PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| BRIAN F RICH | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| CATHERINE A HENDRIAN | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| LEEROY WELLS JR | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| REJJI P HAYES | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| SHAUN M JOHNSON | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| SCOTT B MCINTOSH | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| TONYA L BERRY | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| VENKAT DHENUVAKONDA DV RAO | DIRECTOR (THRU APRIL 2024) | 0.2 | — |
| ANGELA THOMPKINS | DIRECTOR | 0.2 | — |
| CATHERINE A WILSON | SECTRETARY/TREASURER AND DIRECTOR | 17.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has been active in 2025 with multiple significant grant announcements:
Awarded $50,000 for "Put Your Town on the Map" competition winners
Awarded $100,000 to a mid-Michigan nonprofit through its People Awards program
Consumers Energy Foundation Awards $100,000 to Mid-Michigan Nonprofit forAnnounced $500,000 for community projects in Northern Michigan
Consumers Energy Foundation Announces $500,000 for Community Projects inAnnounced $500,000 for projects in Ogemaw and Genesee Counties
Consumers Energy Foundation Announces $500,000 for Community Projects inProvided $2 million in August 2025 to help qualifying customers offset past due summer energy bills, distributed through community agency partners The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW) and The Salvation Army
Consumers Energy Foundation Announces $500,000 for Community Projects inFrequently Asked Questions
What does Consumers Energy Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission centers on building sustainable communities by investing in three key areas: • **People**: Ending poverty in Michigan • **Planet**: Protecting Michigan's environment, including land, water, and air • **Prosperity**: Supporting economic development and growing businesses and communities The foundation emphasizes Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) across all funding areas and supports social justice programs that advance equity.
How do I apply for a grant from Consumers Energy Foundation?
The foundation administers several grant programs: • **Volunteer Investment Program**: Grants awarded to recognize and reward volunteerism by Consumers Energy employees and retirees. In 2014, the foundation awarded 233 volunteer grants worth $120,075 across Michigan. • **Community Project Grants**: Larger grants supporting community initiatives. Recent announcements indicate grants of $500,000 for community projects in specific regions. • **Competitive Awards**: Programs including "Put Your Tow…
Where does Consumers Energy Foundation make grants?
The foundation focuses exclusively on Michigan, supporting nonprofit organizations and communities throughout the state. Recent grant announcements indicate activity in Northern Michigan, Ogemaw County, Genesee County, and various other Michigan regions.
What size grants does Consumers Energy Foundation award?
In 2024, Consumers Energy Foundation awarded 296 grants totaling $7.5M — an average of about $25K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Consumers Energy Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Consumers Energy Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.9M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Consumers Energy Foundation's EIN?
Consumers Energy Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-2935534. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Browse active grant opportunities in Consumers Energy Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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