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Also known as: C/O PETER M SOMMERHAUSER
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Sommerhauser Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in MILWAUKEE, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1996. The principal officer is Peter M Sommerhauser. It holds total assets of $333K. Annual income is reported at $9K. Total assets have grown from $61K in 2011 to $423K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of religion. 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, Sommerhauser Foundation Inc. has made 59 grants totaling $282K, with a median grant of $1K. Annual giving has grown from $105K in 2021 to $177K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $28K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 38 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, which account for 66% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$32K
Based on 27 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.
Sommerhauser Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of religion. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 59 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, MN, IL.
Sommerhauser Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $282K across 59 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $28K.
Sommerhauser Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Sommerhauser Foundation Inc. is headquartered in MILWAUKEE, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter M Sommerhauser | PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elizabeth H Sommerhauser | VICE PRES/TREASURER/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lisa E Eickberg | VICE PRES/SECRETARY/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Brian L Sommerhauser | VICE PRES/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$93K
Total Assets
$423K
Fair Market Value
$492K
Net Worth
$423K
Grants Paid
$91K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$17K
Distribution Amount
$27K
Total Grants
59
Total Giving
$282K
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$1K
Unique Recipients
38
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children'S Wisconsin Foundation IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $21K | 2022 |
| Mayo ClinicCHARITABLE | Rochester, MN | $20K | 2022 |
| University Of Nebraska FoundationCHARITABLE | Lincoln, NE | $15K | 2022 |
| United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $10K | 2022 |
| Nch Healthcare Systems Inc (Nch Healthcare Foundation)CHARITABLE | Naples, FL | $5K | 2022 |
| Aurora Health Care Foundation IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $5K | 2022 |
| Penfield Children'S CenterCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $4K | 2022 |
| Northwestern University Pritzker School Of LawCHARITABLE | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| Uw Carbone Cancer Center (University Of Wisconsin Foundation)CHARITABLE | Madison, WI | $3K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater MilwaukeeCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2022 |
| Uwm Foundation IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2022 |
| American Red CrossCHARITABLE | Boone, IA | $1K | 2022 |
| United Performing Arts Fund IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $400 | 2022 |
| National Ms Society (Bike Ms)CHARITABLE | New York, NY | $100 | 2022 |
| March Of DimesCHARITABLE | Atlanta, GA | $100 | 2022 |
| Alzheimer'S AssociationCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $100 | 2022 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin Foundation IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2021 |
| Mayo Clinic FoundationCHARITABLE | Rochester, MN | $23K | 2021 |
| United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha CountyCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $11K | 2021 |
| Uja Federation Of New YorkCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $5K | 2021 |
| Aurora Health Care Foundation Inc (Global & Executive Health Program)CHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $3K | 2021 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $2K | 2021 |
| Uwm FoundationCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2021 |
| Beth Tikvah Conservative SynagogueCHARITABLE | Naples, FL | $300 | 2021 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory SchoolCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $250 | 2021 |
| United Performing Arts FundCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $250 | 2021 |
| Beth El SynagogueCHARITABLE | Omaha, NE | $250 | 2021 |
| Nebraska State Bar FoundationCHARITABLE | Lincoln, NE | $250 | 2021 |
| After Breast Cancer Diagnosis IncCHARITABLE | Milwaukee, WI | $200 | 2021 |
| Leukemia Research Foundation IncCHARITABLE | Northfield, IL | $100 | 2021 |
| Student Organ Donation Advocates (Layna Miller Memorial Fund)CHARITABLE | St Louis, MO | $100 | 2021 |