Michigan Humanities Council is a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 1975 and based in Okemos, Michigan. The organization connects people and communities by fostering and creating quality cultural programs throughout Michigan. The organization operates with a mission centered on humanities education and cultural programming across the state.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.7M
+29.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$455K
-28.5% YoY
Grant Count
27
-34.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$17K
+8.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Bringing people together through stories, histories, cultures, and conversations.
Michigan Humanities is committed to promoting and supporting humanities programming throughout Michigan that explores, strengthens, and celebrates—expansively and inclusively—the stories, histories, and cultures of the people in the state. The organization seeks to partner with diverse organizations from all sectors: urban and rural communities, various socio-economic backgrounds, different ethnic, gender, and racial identities, and organizations serving different age groups.
Key Values: Inclusion, diversity, and equity; discovery and understanding; authentic conversation; respectful collaboration; and meaningful experiences.
Vision: A more thoughtful, connected, engaged, and informed Michigan.
Grantmaking
Michigan Humanities provides regrant funding to support humanities projects that enhance humanities education in schools and communities throughout Michigan.
Grant Range
$15,000
How to Apply
** The organization operates on an invite-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Michigan statewide. The organization specifically targets both urban and rural communities across the state.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $1,724,566
- Total revenue: $1,962,819
- Total expenses: $1,752,433
- Total liabilities: $317,000
Staffing: The organization employs 9–11 people.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,724,566 | $1,327,203 | $1,368,817 |
| Revenue | $1,962,819 | $1,990,182 | $1,471,188 |
| Expenses | $1,752,433 | $2,053,418 | $1,680,496 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,951 | $8,623 | $550 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
203 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Michigan Humanities Council
Arts and Humanities Touring Program
MICHIGAN HUMANITIES COUNCIL
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Bridging Michigan Grants
MICHIGAN HUMANITIES COUNCIL
Amount
Up to $2,500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Humanities Grants
MICHIGAN HUMANITIES COUNCIL
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Regents of the University of Michigan ($72,477), Historical Society of Michigan ($22,500), Long Haul Productions Inc ($22,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN ANN ARBOR, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $72,477 |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN LANSING, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $22,500 |
| LONG HAUL PRODUCTIONS INC THREE OAKS, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $22,500 |
| LIBRARY OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATION LANSING, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $20,000 |
| ACCESS (ARAB COMMUNITY CENTER FOR ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL SERVICES) DEARBORN, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $20,000 |
| CAPITAL CITY FILM FESTIVAL LANSING, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $20,000 |
| DETROIT PUPPET COMPANY DETROIT, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $20,000 |
| JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN FARMINGTON HILLS, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $20,000 |
| BURT LAKE BAND OF OTTAWA AND CHIPPEWA INDIANS INC BRUTUS, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $19,095 |
| HERRICK DISTRICT LIBRARY HOLLAND, MI | REGRANT EXPENDITURE | $18,700 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM BEEKMAN | COUNCIL MEMBER | 2 | — |
| DEANNE HARTMAN | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ANNE DONOHUE | COUNCIL MEMBER | 3 | — |
| DR JENNFER DRAKE | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| OLLIE JOHNSON III | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JENEE VELASQUEZ | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| PAUL CHAFFEE | COUNCIL MEMBER | 2 | — |
| ANTONIO DAVID GARCIA | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JULIE DORCEY | COUNCIL MEMBER | 10 | — |
| JENELL LEONARD | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| COLLEEN GRABER | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| GLENN STEVENS | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MATT STIFFLER PHD | COUNCIL MEMBER | 2 | — |
| PEG ASMUS | COUNCIL MEMBER | 2 | — |
| RACHEL KUNTZSCH | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| EMILIO RODRIGUEZ | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MONIQUE MARKS | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MASAKI TAKAHASHI | COUNCIL MEMBER (ENDED 3/24) | 1 | — |
| TANSLEY STEARNS | COUNCIL MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR ANGELA GRAHAM | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| MAUREEN MARTIN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| DR JOSEPH CIALDELLA | VICE CHAIR | 7 | — |
| DR ETHRIAM BRAMMER | CHAIR | 8 | — |
| JENNIFER RUPP | PRESIDENT/CEO | 40 | $127,766 |
| MICHELLE CHROME | CFO | 40 | $102,970 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Michigan Humanities has been active in administering grant programs supporting Michigan history and cultural projects. The organization has awarded grants through programs including the America250MI Grant Program, which distributed more than $1 million in Round 2 funding for Michigan history projects.
Round 2 of America250MI Grant Program Awards More Than $1 Million for MichiganThe organization maintains a statewide literary engagement program called the Great Michigan Read, which creates statewide discussion around humanities themes of a selected book through partner organizations.
Round 2 of America250MI Grant Program Awards More Than $1 Million for MichiganSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Michigan Humanities Council fund?
**Mission:** Bringing people together through stories, histories, cultures, and conversations. Michigan Humanities is committed to promoting and supporting humanities programming throughout Michigan that explores, strengthens, and celebrates—expansively and inclusively—the stories, histories, and cultures of the people in the state. The organization seeks to partner with diverse organizations from all sectors: urban and rural communities, various socio-economic backgrounds, different ethnic, ge…
How do I apply for a grant from Michigan Humanities Council?
Michigan Humanities provides regrant funding to support humanities projects that enhance humanities education in schools and communities throughout Michigan. **Grant Activity (2024):** • Total giving: $610,436 • Number of grants: 27 • Median grant size: $15,000 • Grant range: $6,000–$72,477 • Giving rate: 26.4% of assets **Application Process:** The organization operates on an invite-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications. **Recent Grant Recipients:** Grant recipients have incl…
Where does Michigan Humanities Council make grants?
Michigan statewide. The organization specifically targets both urban and rural communities across the state.
What size grants does Michigan Humanities Council award?
In 2024, Michigan Humanities Council awarded 27 grants totaling $455K — an average of about $17K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Michigan Humanities Council's EIN?
Michigan Humanities Council's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0164775. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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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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