Ruth Mott Foundation
The Ruth Mott Foundation is a private foundation based in Flint, Michigan, that focuses its grantmaking on projects serving north Flint residents. Its work centers on community vitality and on opportunities for north Flint residents to contribute and thrive.
Ruth Mott Foundation at a glance
In short: Ruth Mott Foundation gave $4.1M across 51 grants in 2024 (avg $81K), mostly in Michigan. 10% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,127,430
- -35.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 51
- -15.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $80,930
- -24.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $271,669,368
- +5.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (5 of 48, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Michigan (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Ruth Mott Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
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The foundation accepts unsolicited requests for projects serving north Flint residents. Applicants are encouraged to review the guidelines and speak with a program officer about fit. Proposals are submitted through the online application portal; the foundation’s filing directs potential grantees to its website for application-process information and guidelines. Requests must address Youth, Public Safety, Economic Opportunity, or Neighborhoods and meet the stated geographic, community-engagement, racial-equity, and effectiveness criteria. Final grant approval rests with the Board of Trustees.
- Review Cycle
- The next listed deadline is December 2, 2026, at 5 p.m., for a decision in March 2027. The foundation accepts proposals three times per year.
- Deadline
- The next listed deadline is December 2, 2026, at 5 p.m., for a decision in March 2027.
- Contact
Application contact: Ruth Mott Foundation
Mailing address: 111 E Court St Suite 3C, Flint, MI 48502-1649
Phone: (810) 233-0170
Website: https://ruthmottfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Ruth Mott Foundation
Who Ruth Mott Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Michigan State University ($400K). Together the top 10 received $2.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
356 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 184 grants of 356 (52%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation focuses its grantmaking on north Flint and considers unsolicited proposals only for projects serving north Flint residents. Its stated boundary is the city limits to the west, north, and east, and Flushing Road, 5th Avenue, and Longway Boulevard to the south. In 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan, 1% to Illinois, and less than 1% to the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 51 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Ruth Mott Foundation open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 48 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $25K; repeat grants $93K. How we count
Medians: $20K first-time, $75K repeat.
- 79% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 32% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 101% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $4.1M (2024) to $7.2M (2022). In 2024 it made 51 grants totaling $4.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University Flint, MI | Rx kids: prenatal and infant allowances in flint, mi | $400,000 |
| Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission Flint, MI | North Flint Public Safety Strategy 2024 | $390,000 |
| Urban Renaissance Center Flint, MI | URC General Operating Support 2024 - 2025 | $315,000 |
| Genesee County Land Bank Authority Flint, MI | Clean & Green 2025 | $300,000 |
| Evergreen Community Development Initiative Flint, MI | General Operating Support 2024-2026 | $150,000 |
| Metro Community Development Inc Flint, MI | North Flint Neighborhood and Small Business Revitalization Project | $150,000 |
| Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village Flint, MI | Sbev General Operating 2023 - 2025 | $150,000 |
| Sipi Inc Flint, MI | North Flint Capacity Building 2024-2025 | $141,230 |
| Hispanic Technology and Community Center DBA Latinx Technology and Communit Flint, MI | General Operating Support 2025-2026 | $125,000 |
| Asbury Community Development Corporation Flint, MI | Asbury General Operating Support 2025-2026 | $112,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The filing type is Form 990-PF (a private foundation).
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $271,669,368 | $16,156,777 | $10,790,825 | $4,127,430 | 51 | $12,464,394 | $15,306,354 | $12,374,030 |
| 2023 | $256,637,994 | $8,628,256 | $13,870,654 | $6,436,200 | 60 | $12,947,241 | $7,392,495 | $11,560,136 |
| 2022 | $235,947,131 | $11,141,110 | $13,677,794 | $7,156,790 | 72 | $13,027,997 | $10,040,509 | $12,066,673 |
| 2021 | $290,091,185 | $30,117,543 | $11,816,600 | $6,062,243 | 86 | $10,985,720 | $28,964,592 | $12,986,805 |
| 2020 | $255,832,626 | $3,838,474 | $11,242,958 | $5,844,055 | 87 | — | $2,451,880 | $10,752,272 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ruth Mott Foundation reported a distributable amount of $12.4M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is to work with the community to connect people, ideas, and resources for a vibrant and inclusive Flint. Its vision is a just and equitable Flint where all thrive.
Grant proposals must address at least one of four priorities identified by north Flint residents: Youth, Public Safety, Economic Opportunity, or Neighborhoods. Themes include out-of-school youth development, job training and employment, and two-generation approaches when applicable; blight elimination and resident engagement; small-business support and returning-citizen supports; and neighborhood hubs, engagement supports, and housing. The foundation also emphasizes closing racial disparities and asks applicants to show how they work “with” rather than “to” the north Flint community.
Examples of grantee organizations include Urban Renaissance Center, whose stated mission is to support the socioeconomic empowerment, civic engagement, and holistic wellness of urban children, youth, and families; Metro Community Development, which says it builds partnerships to create economic opportunities and supports entrepreneurs, small businesses, and affordable housing; and Neighborhood Engagement Hub, which describes itself as supporting neighborhoods to become safe, healthy, and whole.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 51 grants totaling $4,127,430. Grant amounts ranged from $3,000 to $400,000, with a median of $50,000. The largest grants included $400,000 to Michigan State University for RX KIDS prenatal and infant allowances in Flint; $390,000 to Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission for the North Flint Public Safety Strategy; $315,000 to Urban Renaissance Center for general operating support; and $300,000 to Genesee County Land Bank Authority for Clean & Green 2025.
Other grants included $150,000 each to Evergreen Community Development Initiative for general operating support, Metro Community Development for a North Flint neighborhood and small-business revitalization project, and Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village for general operating support. The foundation also awarded $141,230 to SIPI Inc. for North Flint capacity building, $125,000 to Hispanic Technology and Community Center for general operating support, and $112,500 to Asbury Community Development Corporation for general operating support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Maryanne Mott as chair; Kyle McCree as vice chair; Joseph Robinson as treasurer; and Shannon Easter White as secretary. Listed trustees are Robert Pestronk, Charles Meynet, Marise Mott Meynet Sheehan, Debra Furr-Holden, Ja’Nel Jamerson, and Tiffany Brown.
Ruth Mott Foundation is led by Raquel Thueme, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 11 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Raquel Thueme
President
On filings since 2020
50 hrs/week
$252K (2020) → $323K (2024)
Maryanne Mott
Chair
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles Meynet
Trustee
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debra Furr-Holden
Trustee
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ja'nel Jamerson
Trustee
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Pestronk
Trustee
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tiffany Brown
Trustee
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marise Mott Meynet Sheehan
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Robinson
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kyle McCree
Vice Chair
Trustee → Vice Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
3.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shannon Easter White
Secretary
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Marise Mott Meynet Stewart (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Lawrence Moon (2020) — Vice Chair
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $323K, to Raquel Thueme (President).
Frequently asked questions about Ruth Mott Foundation
How much does Ruth Mott Foundation give each year?
Ruth Mott Foundation gave $4.1M across 51 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $6.4M across 60 grants.
What is Ruth Mott Foundation's typical grant size?
Ruth Mott Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $80,930, across 51 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Ruth Mott Foundation that year got $25K on average.
Where does Ruth Mott Foundation give grants?
Ruth Mott Foundation gives mostly in Michigan: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Flint, MI (41 grants), Washington, DC (4 grants) and Detroit, MI (2 grants).
Does Ruth Mott Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 29% of Ruth Mott Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (15 of 51) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Ruth Mott Foundation's largest grantees?
Ruth Mott Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Michigan State University ($400,000), Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission ($390,000) and Urban Renaissance Center ($315,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 27% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Ruth Mott Foundation?
Ruth Mott Foundation reported $271.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $12.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $12.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Ruth Mott Foundation fund?
The foundation’s mission is to work with the community to connect people, ideas, and resources for a vibrant and inclusive Flint. Its vision is a just and equitable Flint where all thrive. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Ruth Mott Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests for projects serving north Flint residents. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Ruth Mott Foundation's EIN?
Ruth Mott Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-2876435. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Ruth Mott Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Ruth Mott Foundation funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Creative Impact Grants $500 - $2,500 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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