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Fotsch Family Foundation is a private corporation based in NASHOTAH, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2013. It holds total assets of $33.2M. Annual income is reported at $9.5M. Total assets have grown from $14.6M in 2013 to $30.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. 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, Fotsch Family Foundation has made 212 grants totaling $11.1M, with a median grant of $15K. The foundation has distributed between $2.6M and $5.7M annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $5.7M distributed across 104 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $830K, with an average award of $53K. The foundation has supported 57 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, New York, Maryland, which account for 92% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$42K
Largest Grant
$408K
Based on 53 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.
Fotsch Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 212 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, NY, MD.
Fotsch Family Foundation has distributed a total of $11.1M across 212 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $53K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $830K.
Fotsch Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Fotsch Family Foundation is headquartered in NASHOTAH, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geraldine D Fotsch | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Thomas A Fotsch | VP/SECRETARY/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| James P Fotsch | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dr Colleen Lawton | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$2.9M
Total Assets
$30.2M
Fair Market Value
$60.4M
Net Worth
$30.2M
Grants Paid
$2.8M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.6M
Distribution Amount
$2.9M
Total: $27.9M
Total Grants
212
Total Giving
$11.1M
Average Grant
$53K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
57
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathy'S HouseCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| American Cancer SocietyCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Pewaukee, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| Malaika Early Learning CenterCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $515K | 2023 |
| Winman Trails FoundationCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Manitowish Waters, WI | $258K | 2023 |
| Wisconsineye Public Affairs Network IncCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Madison, WI | $160K | 2023 |
| Operation Finally HomeCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Dallas, TX | $155K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $150K | 2023 |
| The Cardinal'S AppealCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | New York, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| Womens Care CenterCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $136K | 2023 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi FoundationCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $124K | 2023 |
| Catholic Relief ServicesCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Baltimore, MD | $115K | 2023 |
| Christo Rey Jesuit High SchoolCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $85K | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald Charities-Eastern WiCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $83K | 2023 |
| Marquette UniversityCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $80K | 2023 |
| University Of Notre DameCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | South Bend, IN | $75K | 2023 |
| Paulist FathersCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| Waukesha County Center For GrowthCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Waukesha, WI | $65K | 2023 |
| Camp One Step (Children'S Oncology Services Inc)CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Medical College Of WisconsinCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $50K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission Cross Trainers AcademyCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $50K | 2023 |
| Nativity Jesuit Middle SchoolCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $45K | 2023 |
| Courage MkeCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $40K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $40K | 2023 |
| Wisconsin Humane SocietyCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $30K | 2023 |
| Uso Of WisconsinCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Clubs Of MilwaukeeCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $22K | 2023 |
| St Mary'S ParishCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Elm Grove, WI | $20K | 2023 |
| Wctc FoundationCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Pewaukee, WI | $20K | 2023 |
| Alzheimer'S AssociationCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $15K | 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul - WaukeshaCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Waukesha, WI | $15K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Religious RetirementCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | St Francis, WI | $15K | 2023 |
| Greater Praise Comm Dev CorpCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $15K | 2023 |
| Midwest Province JesuitsCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Wisconsin Veterans NetworkCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | West Allis, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Queen Of PeaceCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Manitowish Waters, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Manitowish Waters Bike Trail IncCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Manitowish Waters, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Fisher House WisconsinCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Stars And Stripes Honor FlightCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Menomonee Falls, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Girls And Boys Town UsaCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Boys Town, NE | $10K | 2023 |
| Elmbrook Education Foundation Co Elmbrook School DistrictCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Brookfield, WI | $6K | 2023 |
| Cudworth American Legion Foundation IncCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Elm Grove, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Greater MilwaukeeCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Milwaukee, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| North Lakeland Discovery CenterCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Manitowish Waters, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| School Sisters Of Notre DameCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Elm Grove, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Potawatomi Area Council - BsaCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Waukesha, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| Catholic Memorial High SchoolCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Waukesha, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Wisnapa (Wisconsin Naval Academy Parents Association)CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Madison, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Sharon Lynn Wilson CenterCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Brookfield, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Valley Of Our Lady MonasteryCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Prairie Du Sac, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Music In The ParkCHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | Manitowish Waters, WI | $2K | 2023 |
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