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Barbara Meyer Elsner Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in MILWAUKEE, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1991. It holds total assets of $1.6M. Annual income is reported at $371K. Total assets have grown from $849K in 2011 to $1.4M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Wisconsin. According to available records, Barbara Meyer Elsner Foundation Inc. has made 38 grants totaling $191K, with a median grant of $1K. The foundation has distributed between $41K and $83K annually from 2021 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $40K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 22 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Wisconsin and Illinois and Utah. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$40K
Based on 10 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Barbara Meyer Elsner Foundation Inc. is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 38 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, IL, UT.
Barbara Meyer Elsner Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $191K across 38 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $40K.
Barbara Meyer Elsner Foundation Inc. is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (391710863) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Barbara Meyer Elsner Foundation Inc. is headquartered in MILWAUKEE, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Elsner Iii | PRESIDENT & TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Margaret Howland | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$80K
Total Assets
$1.4M
Fair Market Value
$1.4M
Net Worth
$1.4M
Grants Paid
$67K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$17K
Distribution Amount
$62K
Total: $1.3M
Total Grants
38
Total Giving
$191K
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$1K
Unique Recipients
22
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United WayGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Salvation ArmyGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $200 | 2023 |
| State Historical SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Eagle, WI | $15K | 2021 |
| St John'SEMPLOYMENT SCHOLARSHIPS | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2021 |
| Wisconsin Historical SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Madison, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| Frank Lloyd Wright Burnham BlockBURNHAM BLOCK PROJECT | Madison, WI | $20K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Co Historical SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $8K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Art MuseumGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| Frank Lloyd Wright ConservancyGENERAL SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $4K | 2023 |
| Matc FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| St Johns Communities FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Wild Space Dance CoGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $500 | 2023 |
| Cascade Fire DepartmentGENERAL SUPPORT | Cascade, WI | $400 | 2023 |
| PbsGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $300 | 2023 |
| Glacial Lakes ConservancyGENERAL SUPPORT | Sheboygan, WI | $250 | 2023 |
| Education On The CornerGENERAL SUPPORT | Saratoga Springs, UT | $2K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Villa TerraceGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $800 | 2022 |
| Historic MilwaukeeGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $500 | 2022 |
| Lake Park FriendsGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $400 | 2022 |
| Taliesen PreservationGENERAL SUPPORT | Spring Green, WI | $100 | 2022 |
| Wisconsin Trust For Historic PreservationGENERAL SUPPORT | Oshkosh, WI | $15K | 2021 |
| Fine Arts QuartetGENERAL SUPPORT | Paris | $100 | 2021 |
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