Wade Trim Foundation

The Wade Trim Foundation began in 2023 to reflect a core value integral to Wade Trim and its employees: stewardship. We believe in supporting nonprofits and programs that serve others and make our local communities stronger. This philosophy drives our work and resonates throughout our entire company.

The Wade Trim Foundation supports nonprofits through annual grants, and recipients are selected for their alignment with the Foundation’s mission. The 2024 application is due May 15, 2024. Awards will be announced in June.

Questions? Email Donna Jakubowicz or call her at 313-670-0972.

2023 GRANT RECIPIENTS

In 2023, the Wade Trim Foundation awarded five, $5,000 grants for projects that positively impact the environment, communities, and quality of life. Congratulations to the 2023 recipients and thank you for the positive work you do in our communities!

Under their Investing in Youth: Nature Study and STEM Equipment Package program, this grant will enhance engagement opportunities in nature for grades 3-12 by providing equipment to enable youth to explore natural spaces safely and effectively.

Chippewa Nature Center, Midland, MI

This grant will support the 2023 TREEmendous Tree Lighting Ceremony, which is intended to continue the revitalization of the city and seeks to engage Genesee County with the downtown community.

Downtown Small Business Association, Flint, MI

Poultry Pasture is a designated housing and viewing space for rescued turkey, geese, pheasant, quail, peafowl, and guinea fowl. In addition to providing safe outdoor space, project funding will allow public interaction and education.

Heritage Park Petting Farm,
Taylor, MI

This grant will support a Campus Beautification project focused on landscaping improvements that will provide an attractive and safe learning environment for Pepin’s students with disabilities as well as present a location that reflects pride in their East Tampa community and helps contribute to its improvement.

Pepin Academies, Tampa, FL

Under the Supporting High School Transition for Students Facing Economic Barriers program, this grant will support one-on-one tutoring for students from low-income backgrounds to help prepare them for high school.

Photo © Citybee Studio LLC

Tutoring Chicago, IL

Donate

To support the Wade Trim Foundation, donate online or send a check to:

Wade Trim Foundation
25251 Northline Road
Taylor, MI 48180

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Executed Form W-9 certifying eligibility

Last 3 years of your organization’s audited financial statements

Project information including purpose, demonstrated need statement, population served, anticipated outcome, and plan for ongoing maintenance of the completed project

Grant Application

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

An applicant must be a US-based governmental entity or public charity described in Code Sections 170(c)(2), 2055(a)(2), 2522(a)(2) and 501(c)(3) that:

Does not discriminate based on race, age, ancestry or national origin, sexual orientation, gender, physical or mental disability, or religion.
Is not a political organization, a political action committee, or a house of worship. (We accept applications from organizations with religious affiliations if the project is not specific to or primarily benefits a religious group).
Agrees to provide photos of the completed project or progress photos for a period of 3 years following receipt of the grant.

WHAT WE CAN’T FUND

Grants to individuals, including scholarships
Grants to organizations that have any pending issue before the Internal Revenue Service that may result in a change to current tax-exempt status
Operational support, including salary, wages, or any compensation to consultants, contractors, or advisors (for more information visit, AccountingTools.com)
Grants to faith-based institutions or institutions with a faith-based mission
Advocacy
Travel support
Capital campaigns
Sponsorships, conferences, or prizes