John and Melissa Besse Foundation
Grantmaking foundation in Gladstone, Michigan · EIN 20-3497950
- Michigan
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Michigan
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $360KTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 31Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $11MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Tech Fd | $110K | 2025 |
| Trees for Tomorrow | $57K | 2025 |
| Marquette City Band | $45K | 2025 |
| Gladstone Public Safety Department | $13K | 2025 |
| Pregnancy Services of Delta County | $13K | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (31 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
Website: john-melissa-bessefoundation.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.