Preston S and Barbara J Parish
Preston S and Barbara J Parish is a private foundation based in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Its 2025 filing is marked as its final return, so the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Preston S and Barbara J Parish at a glance
In short: Preston S and Barbara J Parish gave $96K across 6 grants in 2025 (avg $16K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $95,920
- -4.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 6
- +20.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $15,987
- -20.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Primary geography
- Michigan (95% 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 Preston S and Barbara J Parish
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Because its 2025 filing is marked final, this should not be treated as a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 6350 Sheffield Road PO Box 186, Hickory Corners, MI 49060
Phone: (269) 343-0526
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Preston S and Barbara J Parish funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Gilmore International Piano Festival ($53K). Together the top 6 received $96K.
Grant Size Distribution
80 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 73 grants of 80 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 95% of grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan and 5% to recipients in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
Cities
How Preston S and Barbara J Parish gives
- Giving fell 35% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $96K (2025) to $353K (2021). In 2025 it made 6 grants totaling $96K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gilmore International Piano Festival Kalamazoo, MI | General | $53,264 |
| United Way of Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region Kalamazoo, MI | General | $22,000 |
| Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo, MI | General | $10,000 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Williams College Williamstown, MA | General | $5,000 |
| WGVU Public Media Grand Rapids, MI | General | $656 |
Ready to take the next step with Preston S and Barbara J Parish?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | $1,551 | $104,634 | $95,920 | 6 | $100,276 | — | $1,228 |
| 2024 | $103,083 | $8,592 | $105,583 | $100,000 | 5 | $102,791 | $5,800 | $6,709 |
| 2023 | $200,074 | $12,643 | $134,931 | $131,000 | 23 | $132,966 | $10,678 | $14,172 |
| 2022 | $322,362 | $-8,028 | $150,581 | $147,500 | 21 | $149,041 | $6,068 | $15,318 |
| 2021 | $480,971 | $7,811 | $356,382 | $353,000 | 25 | $354,701 | $6,130 | $32,444 |
| 2020 | $829,542 | $987,601 | $180,772 | $179,000 | 22 | — | — | $10,017 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Preston S and Barbara J Parish reported a distributable amount of $1K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including a piano festival, United Way, colleges, and public media. Kalamazoo College describes its own mission as preparing graduates to understand and live successfully in a diverse, complex world and to provide enlightened leadership.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported six grants totaling $95,920. Grant amounts ranged from $656 to $53,264, with a median of $7,500. The largest grants were $53,264 to Gilmore International Piano Festival, $22,000 to United Way of Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region, $10,000 to Kalamazoo College, $5,000 each to Western Michigan University and Williams College, and $656 to WGVU Public Media.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Barbara J Parish was listed as president and treasurer on the 2025 filing.
Preston S and Barbara J Parish is led by Barbara J. Parish, President & Treasurer since 2022 (on filings since 2020) — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Barbara J. Parish
President & Treasurer
Vice President → President & Vice President, 2021
President & Vice President → President & Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Kathy Roschek (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Preston S. Parish (2020) — President & Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 Preston S and Barbara J Parish
How much does Preston S and Barbara J Parish give each year?
Preston S and Barbara J Parish gave $96K across 6 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $100K across 5 grants.
What is Preston S and Barbara J Parish's typical grant size?
Preston S and Barbara J Parish's median grant in 2025 was $7,500, and its average grant was $15,987, across 6 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Preston S and Barbara J Parish give grants?
Preston S and Barbara J Parish gives mostly in Michigan: 95% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Kalamazoo, MI (4 grants).
Does Preston S and Barbara J Parish give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Preston S and Barbara J Parish's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 6) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Preston S and Barbara J Parish's largest grantees?
Preston S and Barbara J Parish's largest 2025 grantees include Gilmore International Piano Festival ($53,264), United Way of Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region ($22,000) and Kalamazoo College ($10,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 89% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
What does Preston S and Barbara J Parish fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including a piano festival, United Way, colleges, and public media. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Preston S and Barbara J Parish?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Preston S and Barbara J Parish required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2025, Preston S and Barbara J Parish reported a distributable amount of $1K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Preston S and Barbara J Parish's EIN?
Preston S and Barbara J Parish's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3249490. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Preston S and Barbara J Parish accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF 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 2025 (received by the IRS May 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Preston S and Barbara J Parish's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Kalamazoo Community Foundation
Kalamazoo, MI
The Kalamazoo Community Foundation supports nonprofits and public entities serving Kalamazoo County, with priorities including wealth, housing, education and neighborhoods, alongside scholarships. Its 2024 median grant was $31,700; multiyear general operating grants are typically about $50,000 per year, with awards ranging from $25,000 to $175,000 annually.
Assets
$698.6M
Grants
282
Total Given
$21.4M
Dorothy U Dalton Foundation Inc
Kalamazoo, MI
The Dorothy U Dalton Foundation supports Michigan charities working in areas including arts and theater, health care, senior services, violence prevention, and human services. In 2024, grants ranged from $361 to $150,000, with a median of $12,750. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$27.6M
Grants
100
Total Given
$2.1M
Harold and Grace Upjohn Foundation
Kalamazoo, MI
The Harold and Grace Upjohn Foundation supports charitable organizations and projects that improve quality of life, with broad interests including education, housing, hunger relief, and community programs. Grants typically range from $3,000 to $30,000, with a median of $10,000; most go to the greater Kalamazoo area, Michigan. It accepts online applications during two annual periods, in March and August.
Assets
$17.6M
Grants
106
Total Given
$1.3M
Tyler-Little Family Foundation
Kalamazoo, MI
The Tyler-Little Family Foundation supports organizations in areas including senior services, arts and culture, education, healthcare, and community support, with most funding going to Michigan. Its 2024 grants ranged from $500 to $50,000, with a median of $4,000. It funds only preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$3.8M
Grants
71
Total Given
$524K
Irving S Gilmore Foundation
Kalamazoo, MI
The Irving S. Gilmore Foundation funds arts and culture, human services, education, community development, and health and well-being projects benefiting Kalamazoo County. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $1.3 million, with a median of $25,000. It accepts applications by paper, but first-time applicants and organizations not funded in the past five years must contact staff at least four weeks before applying.
Assets
$367.5M
Grants
205
Total Given
$15.7M
Suzanne Upjohn Delano Parish Foundation
Kalamazoo, MI
The Suzanne Upjohn Delano Parish Foundation supports organizations working in theatre and education, cultural enrichment, health, senior services, and workforce development, with most grants going to Michigan. Its 2024 grants ranged from $415 to $300,000, with a median of $25,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.
Assets
$26.9M
Grants
78
Total Given
$3.4M
More similar funders
More Funders in Michigan
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Preston S and Barbara J Parish's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Preston S and Barbara J Parish down — hundreds of funders to go?