State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)
The State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs is a public charity based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It coordinates, supports, and advocates for Michigan YMCAs and their charitable and educational work, including programs in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) at a glance
In short: State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) gave $20.8M across 25 grants in 2024 (avg $832K). Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $20,798,607
- +58.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 25
- -79.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $831,944
- +660.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $388,903
- Total assets
- $16,154,442
- +588.2% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)
- Contact
Mailing address: 400 West Washington, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone: (734) 223-0566
Website: https://michiganymca.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing ($3.7M). Together the top 10 received $16.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
173 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 98 grants of 173 (57%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Alliance describes its work as statewide in Michigan. The 2024 filing’s listed largest grant recipients are Michigan YMCA organizations.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
How State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (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 $117K (2021) to $20.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 25 grants totaling $20.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing | Youth programming | $3,667,561 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit | Youth programming | $3,149,696 |
| YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids | Youth programming | $2,715,484 |
| YMCA of Greater Flint | Youth programming | $1,546,055 |
| YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo | Youth programming | $1,533,495 |
| YMCA of Greater Michiana | Youth programming | $836,824 |
| Ann Arbor YMCA | Youth programming | $826,842 |
| Monroe Family YMCA | Youth programming | $784,993 |
| YMCA of the Blue Water Area | Youth programming | $628,520 |
| Northern Lights YMCA Inc | Youth programming | $509,546 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,154,442 | $23,908,827 | $23,314,982 | $20,798,607 | 25 | $310,106 |
| 2023 | $2,347,369 | $17,086,795 | $15,663,049 | $13,128,477 | 120 | $81,290 |
| 2022 | $3,821,545 | $5,213,784 | $5,395,985 | $3,773,259 | 26 | $14,084 |
| 2021 | $818,191 | $3,915,300 | $3,619,601 | $116,762 | 1 | $1,309 |
| 2020 | $470,311 | $1,266,905 | $1,149,253 | $243,576 | 1 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Alliance’s stated mission is to convene, coordinate, support, advocate for, and carry out the charitable and educational purposes of Michigan YMCAs. It describes its statewide initiatives as centered on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Its filing describes support for out-of-school academic enrichment, before- and after-school programs, and Youth in Government, a civic education program for middle and high school students. The Alliance also reports providing YMCAs with training, governance and strategic-planning resources, and program and technology assistance. Its 2024 grants were reported as supporting youth programming at YMCA organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Alliance reported 25 grants totaling $20,798,607. Grants ranged from $41,827 to $3,667,561, with a median of $388,903.
The largest reported grants included $3,667,561 to YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing, $3,149,696 to YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit, $2,715,484 to YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids, $1,546,055 to YMCA of Greater Flint, and $1,533,495 to YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo. Each was designated for youth programming.
A 2021 Youth in Government announcement described a program-specific application process for schools, with applications accepted on a rolling basis. It said the funding could support a Civic Health Champion stipend, transportation, and up to 90% of program fees. The announcement does not establish a general application process for the Alliance’s grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rebecca Schnetzer as Chief Executive Officer, Fran Talsma as Chief Partnership Officer, Shelly Hilton as Chair, and Zach Klipsch as Immediate Past Chair. It also lists Andrew Page, Justin Clement, Laura Archer, Scott Lewis, Steve Meyer, and Dave Morgan (Treasurer) as directors.
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) is led by Rebecca Schnetzer, Chief Executive Officer since 2024 (on filings since 2023); 2 of 10 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rebecca Schnetzer
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer → Chief Executive Officer, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$164K (2023) → $181K (2024)
Shelly Hilton
Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Meyer
Director
President → Chair, 2021
Chair → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew Page
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Justin Clement
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura Archer
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Lewis
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Fran Talsma
Chief Partnership Officer
Director → Chief Executive Officer, 2022
Chief Executive Officer → Chief Partnership Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$97K (2020) → $194K (2024)
Dave Morgan
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zach Klipsch
Immediate Past Chair
Vice Chair → Chair, 2023
Chair → Immediate Past Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Helene Weir (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Kristin Irwin (2020–2023) — Immediate Past Chair
- Former: Toni Kayumi (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Daryl Sieplinga (2020–2022) — Past Director
- Former: Catherine Wilson (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Bruce Spoelman (2020) — Director
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 $194K, to Fran Talsma (Chief Partnership Officer). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)
How much does State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) give each year?
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) gave $20.8M across 25 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $13.1M across 120 grants.
What is State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s typical grant size?
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s median grant in 2024 was $388,903, and its average grant was $831,944, across 25 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Does State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 25 grants with a stated purpose on State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Youth programming" (25 grants).
Who are State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s largest grantees?
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s largest 2024 grantees include YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing ($3,667,561), YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit ($3,149,696) and YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids ($2,715,484), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 46% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)?
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) reported $16.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $23.9M.
What does State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) fund?
The Alliance’s stated mission is to convene, coordinate, support, advocate for, and carry out the charitable and educational purposes of Michigan YMCAs. It describes its statewide initiatives as centered on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)?
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check michiganymca.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
Where does State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050) make grants?
The Alliance describes its work as statewide in Michigan. The 2024 filing’s listed largest grant recipients are Michigan YMCA organizations.
What is State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s EIN?
State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs (0050)'s EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-2010263. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS April 19, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS January 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 10, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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