Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation
The Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Howell, Michigan. Its 2025 filing reports grants to organizations involved in Catholic parish and religious services, food assistance, education, health and research, and social services.
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation gave $10K across 18 grants in 2025 (avg $578.333), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $10,410
- Grants made (2025)
- 18
- Average grant
- $578
- Median grant
- $300
- Total assets
- $10,410
- Primary geography
- Michigan (74% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation
- How to Apply
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The filing says no form is necessary; applicants should submit an application letter. It lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Application contact: Edward Knitter
Mailing address: 8231 Foldenauer Dr, Howell, MI 48843-7186
Phone: (517) 375-6021
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was St Mary Magdalen Roman Catholic Chu ($5K). Together the top 10 received $9K.
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 18 grants of 18 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 74% of grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan. Other reported recipient-state shares were New York, 7%; Alaska, 6%; and Washington, DC, and Iowa, 3% each. The listed grants also include recipients in California, Florida, and Maryland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 18 grants totaling $10K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen Roman Catholic Chu Brighton, MI | support local catholic parish | $4,800 |
| The Catholic Foundation Lansing, MI | Deliver education and Roman Catholic Social Services in mid Michigan | $900 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen Detroit, MI | Homeless Food Kitchen | $600 |
| Catholic Bishop of Northern Alaska Fairbanks, AK | Support Outreach to indigenous population of Northern Alaska to deliver spiritual services | $600 |
| Gleaners Detroit, MI | Community foodbank | $600 |
| Tunnel to Towers Staten Island, NY | Support social services to injuresd first responders | $360 |
| Autism Speaks Washington, DC | Support of individuals with Autism | $300 |
| Catholic Relief Services Tipton, IA | Deliver emergency medical housing and food services | $300 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary Ann Arbor, MI | Teaching and Preaching the Catholic Faith | $300 |
| Homeboy Industries Los Angeles, CA | Deliver support services to Paroled convicted criminals to assist in recovery to a non-criminal life | $300 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,410 | $16,550 | $13,790 | $10,410 | 18 | $20,820 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No standalone mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 filing lists program areas and activities that include Catholic organizations and services, food banks, autism, cancer and lupus research, veterans, and support for formerly incarcerated people.
The grantees describe their own work in varied terms. Autism Speaks says it works to improve access to information and services and to support research and quality of life for people with autism. Homeboy Industries says it provides hope, training, and support to formerly incarcerated and formerly gang-involved people. The Lupus Research Alliance says it advances research toward improved diagnostics and treatments. Wounded Warrior Project describes its work as supporting the well-being of post-9/11 veterans, service members, and their families. Autism Alliance of Michigan says it works to expand opportunities for people touched by autism, and Michigan State University says its grant helps students obtain college scholarships.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 18 grants totaling $10,410. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $4,800, with a median grant of $300.
The largest reported grant was $4,800 to St. Mary Magdalen Roman Catholic Church in Brighton, Michigan, for support of the local Catholic parish. Other grants included $900 to The Catholic Foundation for education and Roman Catholic social services in mid-Michigan; $600 each to Capuchin Soup Kitchen for a homeless food kitchen, the Catholic Bishop of Northern Alaska for outreach to Indigenous people, and Gleaners for a community food bank; and $360 to Tunnel to Towers for social services to injured first responders. The foundation also gave $300 each to Autism Speaks, Catholic Relief Services, Dominican Sisters of Mary, Homeboy Industries, Lupus Research Alliance, and the National Foundation for Cancer Research.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Edward F. Knitter as president, Judith A. Knitter as secretary, and Jonathan E. Knitter as treasurer.
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation is led by Edward F Knitter, President on the 2025 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Edward F Knitter
President
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan E Knitter
Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Judith A Knitter
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 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 Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation
How much does Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation give each year?
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation gave $10K across 18 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $300, and its average grant was $578, across 18 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation give grants?
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Michigan: 74% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (7%) and Alaska (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Detroit, MI (2 grants), Lansing, MI (2 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include St Mary Magdalen Roman Catholic Chu ($4,800), The Catholic Foundation ($900) and Capuchin Soup Kitchen ($600), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation?
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation reported $10K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $17K.
What does Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation fund?
No standalone mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 filing lists program areas and activities that include Catholic organizations and services, food banks, autism, cancer and lupus research, veterans, and support for formerly incarcerated people. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation?
The filing says no form is necessary; applicants should submit an application letter. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Edward and Judith Knitter Family Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 33-3505652. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 8, 2026)
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