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Bell Family Charitable Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in WISC RAPIDS, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1993. It holds total assets of $6M. Annual income is reported at $1.2M. Total assets have grown from $3.3M in 2011 to $5.9M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Wisconsin. According to available records, Bell Family Charitable Foundation Inc. has made 112 grants totaling $2M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has decreased from $1.1M in 2021 to $282K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $750K, with an average award of $17K. The foundation has supported 47 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, Washington, Iowa, which account for 93% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$4K
Average Grant
$9K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 28 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Bell Family Charitable Foundation Inc. is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 112 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, WA, IA.
Bell Family Charitable Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $2M across 112 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $17K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $750K.
Bell Family Charitable Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Bell Family Charitable Foundation Inc. is headquartered in WISC RAPIDS, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret S Bell | VICE PRES | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Steven C Bell | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paula J Bell | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elizabeth A Bell Killian | VICE PRES | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Rebecca L Kettleson | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$307K
Total Assets
$5.9M
Fair Market Value
$8.8M
Net Worth
$5.9M
Grants Paid
$282K
Contributions
$1M
Net Investment Income
$180K
Distribution Amount
$358K
Total: $4.1M
Total Grants
112
Total Giving
$2M
Average Grant
$17K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
47
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art MuseumFUND BOOK PURCHASE | Wausau, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Childrens Imaginarium IncBUILDING PROJECT | Wausau, WI | $50K | 2023 |
| Community Foundation Of N Central WSTABLE HANDS ACCOUNT | Wausau, WI | $39K | 2023 |
| Whitworth UniversityGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP | Spokane, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of The WisconsinANNUAL CAMPAIGN MATCHING DOLLARS | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| South Wood County YmcaOPERATIONS | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of Wisconsin SystemSCHOLARSHIPS | Madison, WI | $19K | 2023 |
| Wisconsin Rapids Public SchoolsRCHS TRANSITION COORDINATOR | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $18K | 2023 |
| Mid-State Technical College FoundatSCHOLARSHIPS | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $13K | 2023 |
| Opportunity Development Centers IncSUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC OPS | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Woodson Ymca Foundation IncLANDING FUNDRAISER | Wausau, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Luther CollegeSCHOLARSHIPS | Decorah, IA | $5K | 2023 |
| Feeding Our Communities With UnitedCOMMUNITY FOOD SERVICES | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Jeremiahs Crossing IncSUPPORT ANIMAL CARE & BOARDING | Babcock, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Women'S Community Inc Of WausauFUNDRAISER SPONSORSHIP | Wausau, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Marathon CountyMARATHON COUNTY HUNGER COALITION | Wausau, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Town Of RomeFUNDING FOR PUBLIC ART PROJECT | Nekoosa, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Assumption High SchoolUNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Lincoln High SchoolSPONSOR GERMAN CLUB TRIP | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Minnesota State University MoorheaSCHOLARSHIPS | Moorhead, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Wausau Nordic Ski Club IncFUNDING FOR WARMUPS | Wausau, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Carthage CollegeSCHOLARSHIPS | Kenosha, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Cw Soccer IncSPONSORSHIP | Wausau, WI | $750 | 2023 |
| Edgar School DistrictFUNDRAISER | Edgar, WI | $500 | 2023 |
| Wausau School Foundation Inc2023 GRAD PARTY SPONSORSHIP | Wausau, WI | $500 | 2023 |
| Mcmillan Memorial LibraryBUILDING PROJECT | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | $50K | 2022 |
| Community Partners Campus IncBUILDING PROJECT | Wausau, WI | $25K | 2022 |
| Hagar House IncorporatedOPERATIONS | Wausau, WI | $10K | 2022 |
| Woodson Ymca IncANNUAL CAMPAIGN | Wausau, WI | $5K | 2022 |