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Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation

Birmingham, Michigan  ·  EIN 386080075  ·  Private foundation

Based in Birmingham, Michigan, Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation has awarded $2.2M across 126 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Detroit Zoological Society. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$758K
Indexed giving (FY2024)
$16.3M
Assets (FY2024)
126
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation funds

Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, health care, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureEducationEnvironment & ConservationHealth CareMental HealthYouth Development

Populations it has supported include low-income communities, youth pop.

low-income communitiesyouth pop

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Detroit Zoological Society
ZOOLOGICAL SERVICES
Royal Oak, MI$100K2024
Detroit Zoological Society
ZOOLOGICAL SERVICES
Royal Oak, MI$100K2023
The Nature Conservancy
NATURE CONSERVATION AND PROMOTION
Lansing, MI$50K2023

How to apply for funding from Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation

Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.

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Frequently asked questions about Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation

Does Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation accept grant applications?
Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation fund?
Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Detroit Zoological Society, The Nature Conservancy. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation give in grants?
Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation reported $758K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2024). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.2M over 126 grants.
Where is Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation located?
Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation is based in Birmingham, Michigan. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 386080075.
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About this profile. This page is built from Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Ralph L & Winifred E Polk Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.