Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr
The Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. It supports charitable organizations through grants and states that it makes contributions only to preselected organizations.
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr at a glance
In short: Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr gave $439K across 69 grants in 2026 (avg $6K), mostly in Michigan. 16% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $438,500
- +2.2% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 69
- +1.5% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $6,355
- +0.7% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $4,643,379
- +0.2% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 16% first-time grantees (11 of 69, 2026)
- Primary geography
- Michigan (60% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: Co Janz Knight300 E Long Lake, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304-2377
Phone: (248) 646-9666
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Covenant Fellowship ($71K). Together the top 10 received $252K.
Grant Size Distribution
321 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 316 grants of 321 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, Michigan recipients received 60% of grant dollars. Other leading recipient states were Massachusetts (10%), Alabama (6%), Arizona (5%), and Washington (4%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 69 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr open to new grantees?
16%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 11 of 69 grantees (16%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 78% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+9%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 95% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $366K (2021) to $439K (2026). In 2026 it made 69 grants totaling $439K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant Fellowship Eaton Rapids, MI | Unrestricted | $71,000 |
| Congregation Ruach Israel Needham, MA | Unrestricted | $34,500 |
| Eton Academy Birmingham, MI | To further education. | $25,000 |
| Charles Simpson Ministries Mobile, AL | UnrestrictedUnrestricted | $24,500 |
| Turning Point USA Phoenix, AZ | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Heritage Harvest International - KMS Herdon, WA | Unrestricted | $17,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest Birmingham, MI | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank Pontiac, MI | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| St John Neumann Canton, MI | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| St Thomas More Church Troy, MI | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,643,379 | $538,893 | $529,517 | $438,500 | 69 | $435,000 | $474,376 | $459,288 |
| 2025 | $4,634,003 | $400,717 | $532,763 | $429,000 | 68 | $429,000 | $305,454 | $422,950 |
| 2024 | $4,766,049 | $146,463 | $544,791 | $426,000 | 65 | $426,000 | $48,732 | $370,508 |
| 2023 | $5,164,377 | $733,235 | $494,825 | $403,500 | 58 | $403,500 | $669,129 | $333,745 |
| 2022 | $4,925,967 | $405,060 | $492,467 | $405,000 | 61 | $405,000 | $114,767 | $400,972 |
| 2021 | $5,013,374 | $402,319 | $447,740 | $366,000 | 56 | — | $89,983 | $388,476 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr reported a distributable amount of $459K for 2026 — 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 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Eton Academy says it educates students who learn differently, while Forgotten Harvest says it works to relieve hunger in Metro Detroit and prevent nutritious food waste. Student Statesmanship Institute describes its work as training and discipling young people through career and leadership training. Other supported organizations include Christian ministries, a food bank, an epilepsy-awareness organization, and a public-interest law firm.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported 69 grants totaling $438,500. Grant amounts ranged from $200 to $71,000, with a median of $2,500. Among its largest grants that year were $71,000 to Covenant Fellowship, $34,500 to Congregation Ruach Israel, and $25,000 to Eton Academy. It also gave $24,500 to Charles Simpson Ministries, $20,000 to Turning Point USA, and $17,000 to Heritage Harvest International - KMS.
In 2025, reported grants included $23,500 to Charles Simpson Ministries, $19,000 to Eton Academy, and $18,500 to the Danny Did Foundation. Other recipients included Student Statesmanship Institute ($14,000), Forgotten Harvest Inc ($12,500), and Gleaners Community Food Bank ($10,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists William R Michell, Kenneth E Zink, and Sarena Nichol as trustees.
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's 2026 filing lists 3 officers; all 3 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Kenneth E Zink
Trustee
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
$17K (2021) → $12K (2026)
Sarena Nichol
Trustee
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
$17K (2021) → $24K (2026)
William R Michell
Trustee
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
$17K (2021) → $24K (2026)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $24K, to William R Michell (Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr
How much does Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr give each year?
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr gave $439K across 69 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $429K across 68 grants.
What is Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's typical grant size?
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's median grant in 2026 was $2,500, and its average grant was $6,355, across 69 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr that year got $4K on average.
Where does Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr give grants?
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr gives mostly in Michigan: 60% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Massachusetts (10%) and Alabama (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lansing, MI (5 grants), Pontiac, MI (4 grants), Washington, DC (3 grants) and Okemos, MI (3 grants).
Does Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr give general operating support?
Yes: 90% of Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (62 of 69) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "To further education." (5 grants).
Who are Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's largest grantees?
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's largest 2026 grantees include Covenant Fellowship ($71,000), Congregation Ruach Israel ($34,500) and Eton Academy ($25,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr?
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr reported $4.6M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $435K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $459K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Eton Academy says it educates students who learn differently, while Forgotten Harvest says it works to relieve hunger in Metro Detroit and prevent nutritious food waste. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's EIN?
Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-6071109. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Roy G Michell Charitable Foundation Tr 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
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 7, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 22, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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