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Kolaga Family Charitable Trust is a private trust based in BROOKFIELD, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1977. It holds total assets of $4.4M. Annual income is reported at $662K. 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, Kolaga Family Charitable Trust has made 240 grants totaling $1.1M, with a median grant of $3K. The foundation has distributed between $254K and $620K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $620K distributed across 118 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $169 to $30K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 72 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, Tennessee, Florida, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$4K
Largest Grant
$14K
Based on 60 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Kolaga Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 240 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, TN, FL.
Kolaga Family Charitable Trust has distributed a total of $1.1M across 240 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $169 to $30K.
Grants limited to section 501 (c) (3) charitable organizations.
Kolaga Family Charitable Trust is headquartered in BROOKFIELD, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly Ann Pasdera | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Suzette M Kolaga | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$276K
Total Assets
$4.2M
Fair Market Value
$5M
Net Worth
$4.2M
Grants Paid
$254K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$201K
Distribution Amount
$235K
Total: $35K
Total Grants
240
Total Giving
$1.1M
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
72
Most Common Grant
$2K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope CenterBUILDING FUND | Waukesha, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| PathfindersPROGRAM | Milwaukee, WI | $6K | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big SistersOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $6K | 2023 |
| St JudesOPERATING EXP | Memphis, TN | $5K | 2023 |
| Feeding AmericaOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $18K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Rescue MissionOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $14K | 2023 |
| Hunger Task ForceOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $14K | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood Of WisconsinOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $12K | 2023 |
| The Women'S CenterOPERATING EXP | Waukesha, WI | $7K | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army Emergency LodgeADULT CLOTHES | Milwaukee, WI | $7K | 2023 |
| Warmline IncOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $7K | 2023 |
| Lutheran Social Services - Aspen CenterOPERATING EXP. | Waukesha, WI | $7K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater MilwaukeeOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $7K | 2023 |
| Nia Imani Family IncOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $6K | 2023 |
| VarietyOPERATING EXP | Elm Grove, WI | $6K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Public MuseumBUILDING FUND | Milwaukee, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Lutheran Social Services - B 2 Three Program- Wauk CtyOPERATING EXP | Waukesha, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Crivitz Area Food PantryOPERATING EXP | Crivitz, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Woodland Academy Lake Country IncOPERATING EXP | Hartland, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyOPERATING EXP | Wauwatosa, WI | $5K | 2023 |
| Hope For MinistriesGREATEST NEED | St Francis, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| United Performing Arts FundCHILDREN'S PROG | Milwaukee, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| Hope House Of Milwaukee IncOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| Lake Area Free ClinicOPERATING EXP | Oconomowoc, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| Literacy Services Of Wisconsin IncOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $4K | 2023 |
| Englewood Helping HandsOPERATING EXP | Englewood, FL | $4K | 2023 |
| Wildlife In Need CenterOPERATING EXP | Oconomowoc, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Muslim Women'S CoalitionOPERATING EXP | Greenfield, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Special Olympics WisconsinOPERATING EXP | Madison, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Sojourner Family Peace CenterOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Professional Firefighters Of WiBURN CAMP | Madison, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Symphony OrchestraOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Girls On The RunOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Luke Homen Memorial ClassicOPERATING EXP | Brookfield, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| United Way (Backpack Coalition)SCHOOL SUPPLIES | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Pewaukee Lake Water Ski ClubOPERATING EXP | Pewaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Zoological Society Of MilwaukeeEDUCATION | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee PbsOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Easter Seals Of Southeast WisconsinOPERATING EXP | West Allis, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Christmas Clearing CouncilXMAS GIFTS | Pewaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| American Cancer Society - Wisconsin RegionOPERATING EXP | Pewaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| American Heart AssociationOPERATING EXP | Dallas, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Art MuseumOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Helping Hands Healing HoovesOPERATING EXP. | Cedarburg, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Haws WaukeshaOPERATING EXP. | Waukesha, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Wisconsin Humane SocietyOPERATING EXP | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |
| Habitat For HumanityOPERATING EXP. | Milwaukee, WI | $2K | 2023 |