Allison Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of community-focused initiatives. Its mission centers on providing general purpose and general support grants to nonprofit organizations, particularly those involved in community service, education, and historical preservation. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to enhancing the well-being of communities through its funding of diverse causes, including religious organizations and alumni groups. While it primarily serves recipients in Michigan, it also supports initiatives in other states, reflecting a broader philanthropic interest.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized community nonprofits (especially in Michigan or Illinois) seeking modest general support or program-sustaining grants and with an existing local or intermediary relationship to the funder or its repeat grantees.
Good Fit
- • Organization is located in or serves Michigan or Illinois (or has an established connection there).
- • Request is for modest general support or small program funding consistent with past grant sizes.
- • Has an introduction or relationship with a previous grantee, community foundation, or a named officer.
- • Works in community service, education, historical preservation, alumni activities, or faith-based services.
Geography
The foundation's recent grants are spread across five states rather than confined to a single city or county, with notable giving in Michigan and Illinois and a roughly even split between in-state and out-of-state dollars.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 15 distinct recipients in 2023 (18 in 2022), indicating a reasonably broad set of independent grantees, but dollars are highly concentrated: the top five recipients took 87% of 2023 giving.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows 13 of 15 2023 grantees were repeats and the foundation's materials state it funds only preselected applicants, so unfamiliar organizations are unlikely to gain entry without introductions.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
