Funders
Foundations that fund nonprofits in Wisconsin
Foundation funding in Wisconsin across 7 causes, drawn from IRS Form 990-PF and 990 Schedule I filings. Each cause page ranks the funders most focused on it, with grant counts, typical grant sizes and whether they accept unsolicited applications.
Funding by cause
Museums and historical organizations — 200 funders, median grant $10,000
Youth development programs — 168 funders, median grant $10,000
Performing arts organizations — 163 funders, median grant $7,500
Community development organizations — 154 funders, median grant $30,000
Arts and culture organizations — 137 funders, median grant $15,000
Animal shelters and rescues — 96 funders, median grant $5,000
Youth sports leagues — 45 funders, median grant $5,000
Funders active across several causes
United Performing Arts Fund Inc — among the top funders for 2 of these 7 causes: performing arts organizations; arts and culture organizations.
Wisconsin Humanities Council Inc — among the top funders for 2 of these 7 causes: museums and historical organizations; arts and culture organizations.
Midway USA Foundation Inc — among the top funders for 2 of these 7 causes: youth development programs; youth sports leagues.
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Grant counts and medians cover IRS filings through tax year 2024. Filing lag means recent grants may not yet appear.
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