The Cold Heading Foundation
The Cold Heading Foundation is a private foundation established in 1968 and based in Warren, Michigan. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, it operates as an independent foundation focused on philanthropic giving across multiple sectors.
Key facts about The Cold Heading Foundation
- EIN
- 23-7005737
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,285,000
- Grants made (2025)
- 46
- Average grant
- $27,935
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Primary geography
- Nevada (41% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Cold Heading Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for The Cold Heading Foundation's 46 itemized 2025 grants were Nevada (41%), Michigan (40%) and Illinois (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Las Vegas, NV (8 grants), Grosse Pointe Park, MI (3 grants), Detroit, MI (3 grants) and N Palm Beach, FL (2 grants). None of its 46 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Support the Organization's Mission" (46 grants).
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.3M
+14.0% YoY
Grant Count
46
-2.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$28K
+16.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports initiatives in education, health associations, and Roman Catholic churches and organizations. According to recent grant distribution patterns, approximately 31% of giving supports education, 15% supports philanthropy and voluntarism, and nearly 13% supports sports and recreation.
Grantmaking
The foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Applicants must contact the foundation directly for the application process. There are no deadlines.
Grant Range
$1,000–$360,000
Review Cycle
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How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation distributes grants across the United States, with particular activity in Michigan, Nevada, and Indiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 46 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $21,675,121
- Total Revenues: $1,100,814
- Total Expenses: $1,363,015
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Investment Income and Dividends: $656,701
- Number of Employees: 0
The foundation maintains a strong asset base with investment income as its primary revenue source.
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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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
232 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Warriors Baseball Club of Michigan ($360,000), Unlv Football Foundation ($250,000), Campus for Hope Foundation ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WARRIORS BASEBALL CLUB OF MICHIGAN BEVERLY HILLS, MI | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $360,000 |
| UNLV FOOTBALL FOUNDATION LAS VEGAS, NV | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $250,000 |
| CAMPUS FOR HOPE FOUNDATION LAS VEGAS, NV | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $100,000 |
| VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS FOUNDATION LAS VEGAS, NV | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $100,000 |
| CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS FOUNDATION CHICAGO, IL | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $100,000 |
| GROSSE POINTE CITY FOUNDATION GROSSE POINTE, MI | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $55,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON ENGINEERING DAYTON, OH | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $50,000 |
| BALLER DREAM FOUNDATION SCOTTSDALE, AZ | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $25,000 |
| FRIENDS OF THE NEVADA MANSION RENO, NV | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $25,000 |
| MAYO FOUNDATION ROCHESTER, MN | TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Derek Stevens – President
- Elizabeth Stevens – Vice President & Secretary
- Gregory Stevens – Treasurer
The foundation was founded by Rene DeSeranno, with funding sources including Cold Heading Co., Ajax Metal Processing, Inc., and Beach Lawn Mortgage Co.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEREK STEVENS | PRESIDENT | 8 | $48,000 |
| ELIZABETH STEVENS | VICE-PRESIDENT & SECRETARY | 8 | — |
| GREGORY STEVENS | TREASURER | 8 | $48,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Cold Heading Foundation fund?
The foundation supports initiatives in education, health associations, and Roman Catholic churches and organizations. According to recent grant distribution patterns, approximately 31% of giving supports education, 15% supports philanthropy and voluntarism, and nearly 13% supports sports and recreation.
How do I apply for a grant from The Cold Heading Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving in 2024: $1,127,500 • Typical grant range: $1,000–$360,000 • Made 38 grants in 2024 **Recent Grants (2024):** • Warriors Baseball Club of Michigan: $360,000 • City of Grosse Pointe Foundation: $125,000 • Vegas Golden Knights Foundation: $100,000 • University of Dayton Engineering: $75,000 • Children's Charity at Adios: $50,500 • Brother Rice High School: $20,000 • Academy of the Sacred Heart: $25,000 • Bayview Yacht Club Foundation: $20,000 **Application Proce…
Where does The Cold Heading Foundation make grants?
The foundation distributes grants across the United States, with particular activity in Michigan, Nevada, and Indiana.
What size grants does The Cold Heading Foundation award?
In 2025, The Cold Heading Foundation awarded 46 grants totaling $1.3M — an average of about $28K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The Cold Heading Foundation's EIN?
The Cold Heading Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7005737. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Cold Heading Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. The foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.