Hudson-webber Foundation
The Hudson-Webber Foundation is a private, independent grantmaking organization based in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1939, it has over eight decades of philanthropic leadership focused on improving the quality of life in Detroit. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization and is classified as an independent foundation.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$9.1M
+6.8% YoY
Grant Count
170
-15.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$54K
+26.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Hudson-Webber Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life in Detroit by supporting organizations and initiatives that build vibrant neighborhoods, center racial equity, and empower all Detroiters—new and long-standing—to thrive.
The foundation's work is organized around four primary mission areas:
- Community & Economic Development
- Safe & Just Communities
- Built Environment
- Arts & Culture
The foundation's approach is grounded in a long-term commitment to Detroit and informed by the evolving needs of its communities. It believes that strong neighborhoods are the foundation of Detroit's prosperity and works across sectors to help remove structural barriers to opportunity, strengthen civic capacity, and foster innovative, inclusive growth.
Grantmaking
The foundation invests in community initiatives across its four mission areas. Recent grant activity demonstrates a commitment to diverse funding:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation concentrates its efforts and resources in Detroit, Michigan, with some funding extending to Michigan-based organizations and initiatives.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Assets: $167 million
- Revenue: $6.69 million
- Expenses: $11.6 million
- Total Liabilities: $304,000
As of December 2023:
- Total Assets: $171.6 million
- Income: $11.8 million
The foundation's major donors are reported as Eloise Webber, Richard Webber, The J.L. Hudson Co., and members of the Webber family.
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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
200 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Hudson-webber Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Donald Rencher serves as President and CEO of the Hudson-Webber Foundation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DONALD RENCHER | PRESIDENT, CEO | 40 | $323,077 |
| JENNIFER HUDSON PARKE | BOARD CHAIR AND TRUSTEE | 4 | $50,000 |
| DAVID E MEADOR | TREASURER AND TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| MATTHEW P CULLEN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| STEPHEN R D'ARCY | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| STEPHEN HENDERSON | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JOSEPH L HUDSON IV | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| BARBARA MCQUADE | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JOSEPH R PARKE | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| ROBERT G RINEY | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| CARLA WALKER-MILLER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JEAN HUDSON WITMER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| SOPHIA HUDSON | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| LYDIE B HUDSON | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In December, the Hudson-Webber Foundation announced significant grant activity reflecting its strategic priorities. Foundation leadership has emphasized that Detroit is in a moment of transition, with changing leadership, a shifting economy, and urgent need to ensure systems work for all residents. The foundation's recent funding decisions reflect attention to affordable housing, community safety, policy work, and cultural institutions across the Detroit region.
Hudson-Webber Foundation Board of Trustees Announces ...Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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