Financial Snapshot

Since 2001, the Foundation has paid out more than $183 million, of which $138 million was paid in grants to external organizations to help strengthen neighborhoods and create opportunities for residents to thrive in Flint. The balance, roughly $45 million, has been paid for a foundation-administered program, Applewood. As a foundation-administered program, Applewood is open to the public free of charge and is a Michigan Historic Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. The estate’s beautiful surroundings weave together the Mott family’s past and present dedication to serving the needs of the community. In that tradition, the Foundation offers its resident expertise in grantmaking, horticulture, history, and other areas to benefit the community; provides public garden and house tours; conducts workshops, trainings, field trips, learning programs, and convenings; and hosts public events.

Applewood was open to visitors for the season from May to October in 2023 and 2024. Applewood offered a variety of engaging experiences, including house and garden tours, field trips, public programs, and self-guided exploration of the grounds and educational exhibits. In 2024, construction began on a new pavilion with flexible space and restrooms to provide visitor amenities in the lower gardens area. The costs associated with programming and maintenance of the historical home and grounds are reported as direct charitable activities.