The Dr Michael R Hourani Family
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family is a private foundation based in Lansing, Michigan. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including arts, health, education, religious, food assistance, and animal welfare organizations.
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family at a glance
In short: The Dr Michael R Hourani Family gave $230K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $230,000
- +36.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $16,429
- +36.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $101,215
- +222.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Michigan (83% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Dr Michael R Hourani Family
- 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 for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3120 North Cambridge, Lansing, MI 48911
Phone: (517) 488-9395
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Dr Michael R Hourani Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Great Lakes Center for the Arts ($45K). Together the top 10 received $218K.
Grant Size Distribution
28 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 28 grants of 28 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 83% of grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan and 17% to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Dr Michael R Hourani Family gives
- 79% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF 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 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $169K (2023) to $230K (2024). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $230K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Center for the Arts Bay Harbor, MI | General Fund | $45,000 |
| Dier Mimas Benevolent Association Greenbrae, CA | General Fund | $40,000 |
| McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation Lansing, MI | General Fund | $40,000 |
| North Central Michigan College Petoskey, MI | General Fund | $25,000 |
| St Joseph the Betrothed Melkite Greek Catholic Church Lansing, MI | General Fund | $20,000 |
| Stewardship for Saints and Scholars Lansing, MI | General Fund | $15,000 |
| Little Traverse Humane Society Harbor Springs, MI | General Fund | $10,000 |
| St Gerard Catholic Church Lansing, MI | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Nehemiah Owosso, MI | General Fund | $7,500 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen Detroit, MI | General Fund | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $101,215 | $300,012 | $230,150 | $230,000 | 14 | $230,000 | $5,698 |
| 2023 | $31,353 | $200,003 | $168,650 | $168,500 | 14 | $168,500 | $1,582 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Dr Michael R Hourani Family reported a distributable amount of $6K for 2024 — 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 2024 grants include support for organizations whose own missions span several areas. Great Lakes Center for the Arts says it presents performing arts experiences and educational opportunities in Northern Michigan. McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation says it provides community benefit and service programs and philanthropic support to McLaren Greater Lansing. North Central Michigan College says its foundation provides financial support for the college’s mission and goals. Greater Lansing Food Bank describes its mission as alleviating hunger and working toward access to nourishing food for everyone. McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation says it supports McLaren Northern Michigan’s mission and programs that enhance community well-being.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 14 grants totaling $230,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $45,000, with a median grant of $10,000.
Notable 2024 grants included $45,000 to Great Lakes Center for the Arts; $40,000 each to Dier Mimas Benevolent Association and McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation; $25,000 to North Central Michigan College; $20,000 to St Joseph the Betrothed Melkite Greek Catholic Church; and $15,000 to Stewardship for Saints and Scholars. Other reported grants included $10,000 each to Little Traverse Humane Society and St Gerard Catholic Church; $7,500 to Nehemiah; and $5,000 each to Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Eaton Rapids Medical Center Foundation, and Greater Lansing Food Bank. McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation also received $1,500 in 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Michael Hourani as president/director and Jane Hourani, Raji Hourani, Paul Hourani, and Adam Hourani as directors.
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family is led by Michael Hourani, President & Director on every filing since 2022; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Michael Hourani
President & Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam Hourani
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jane Hourani
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Hourani
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Raji Hourani
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 The Dr Michael R Hourani Family
How much does The Dr Michael R Hourani Family give each year?
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family gave $230K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $169K across 14 grants.
What is The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's typical grant size?
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $16,429, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Dr Michael R Hourani Family give grants?
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family gives mostly in Michigan: 83% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was California (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lansing, MI (5 grants) and Petoskey, MI (2 grants).
Does The Dr Michael R Hourani Family give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (14 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's largest grantees?
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's largest 2024 grantees include Great Lakes Center for the Arts ($45,000), Dier Mimas Benevolent Association ($40,000) and McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 54% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Dr Michael R Hourani Family?
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family reported $101K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $230K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $6K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Dr Michael R Hourani Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants include support for organizations whose own missions span several areas. Great Lakes Center for the Arts says it presents performing arts experiences and educational opportunities in Northern Michigan. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Dr Michael R Hourani Family?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's EIN?
The Dr Michael R Hourani Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-3690264. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Does The Dr Michael R Hourani Family 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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