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Byers Foundation Ltd is a private corporation based in MEQUON, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1993. The principal officer is Mike Byers. It holds total assets of $833K. Annual income is reported at $262K. Total assets have grown from $19K in 2011 to $772K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 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, Byers Foundation Ltd has made 20 grants totaling $12.2M, with a median grant of $90K. Annual giving has grown from $795K in 2021 to $11.4M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $2.9M, with an average award of $612K. The foundation has supported 17 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Virginia, which account for 90% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$69K
Average Grant
$73K
Largest Grant
$200K
Based on 12 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Byers Foundation Ltd is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 20 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, IL, VA.
Byers Foundation Ltd has distributed a total of $12.2M across 20 grants. The median grant size is $90K, with an average of $612K. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $2.9M.
Byers Foundation Ltd typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Byers Foundation Ltd is headquartered in MEQUON, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael J Byers | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nancy L Byers | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mary Mancini | Vice President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kathy Sheahan | Vice President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$8K
Total Assets
$772K
Fair Market Value
$772K
Net Worth
$772K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
$78K
Net Investment Income
$4K
Distribution Amount
$33K
Total Grants
20
Total Giving
$12.2M
Average Grant
$612K
Median Grant
$90K
Unique Recipients
17
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seeds Of HopeCommunity learning for adults with disabilities | Elkhorn, WI | $35K | 2021 |
| Byers Charitable Gift FundCharitable - Donor-Advised Fund 1083149 | Mequon, WI | $2.9M | 2022 |
| Mary K Mancini Charitable FundCharitable - Donor-Advised Fund 1273346 | Mequon, WI | $1.4M | 2022 |
| Sheahan Charitable FoundationCharitable - Donor-Advised Fund 1273247 | Mequon, WI | $1.4M | 2022 |
| Camp One StepChild Oncology Support | Chicago, IL | $100K | 2021 |
| Walworth Co Food PantryFood Pantry | Elkhorn, WI | $100K | 2021 |
| Open Arms Free Clinic IncHealth and wellness of uninsured and low income | Elkhorn, WI | $100K | 2021 |
| Care NetChristian crisis pregnancy center | Leesburg, VA | $100K | 2021 |
| Milwaukee Rescue MissionHelp for the homeless hungry and poor | Milwaukee, WI | $80K | 2021 |
| New Beginnings Are PossibleChristian Youth Center | Milwaukee, WI | $75K | 2021 |
| Bravehearts IncFaith based mentoring | Gainesville, GA | $50K | 2021 |
| Agape HouseFaith based centerhomeschool for abused teens | Walworth, WI | $50K | 2021 |
| Beaming IncHorseback riding service | Neenah, WI | $30K | 2021 |
| Great Lakes Adult Teen ChallengeFaith based residential care | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2021 |
| Wisconsin Vest A DogPolice dog equipment | Janesville, WI | $20K | 2021 |
| Family PromiseEmpowering families and mobilizing communities | Summit, NJ | $20K | 2021 |
| Elevate Community Resource CenterMental Health and Substance Abuse Support | Jackson, WI | $10K | 2021 |
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