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Wilhelms Family Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in MILWAUKEE, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2019. It holds total assets of $301K. Annual income is reported at $14K. Total assets have decreased from $500K in 2019 to $307K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Wisconsin and Michigan. According to available records, Wilhelms Family Foundation Inc. has made 24 grants totaling $242K, with a median grant of $1K. Annual giving has decreased from $94K in 2021 to $19K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $130K distributed across 12 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $85K, with an average award of $10K. The foundation has supported 12 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Wisconsin and Michigan and California. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 18 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Wilhelms Family Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 24 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, MI, CA.
Wilhelms Family Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $242K across 24 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $10K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $85K.
Wilhelms Family Foundation Inc. is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (810820227) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Wilhelms Family Foundation Inc. is headquartered in MILWAUKEE, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucy V Wilhelms | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lilly G Wilhelms | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Daniel P Wilhelms | VP, SECRETARY & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Linda A Wilhelms | PRESIDENT, TREASURER & DIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lidija A Wilhelms | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$20K
Total Assets
$307K
Fair Market Value
$307K
Net Worth
$307K
Grants Paid
$19K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$13K
Distribution Amount
$15K
Total Grants
24
Total Giving
$242K
Average Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$1K
Unique Recipients
12
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Art MuseumSUPPORT THE ARTS | Milwaukee, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Holy Trinity ChurchCHURCH NEEDS | Wauwatosa, WI | $3K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra IncSUPPORT THE ORCHESTRA | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Schlitz Audubon Nature CenterSUPPORT FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Interlochen Center Of The ArtsSUPPORT THE ARTS | Interlochen, MI | $1K | 2023 |
| Scholl Community Impact GroupGENERAL SUPPORT | Winchester, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Rescue MissionSUPPORT FOR THE HOMELESS | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeSUPPORT FOR HILLSDALE COLLEGE | Hillsdale, MI | $1K | 2023 |
| Uwm Foundation IncSUPPORT FOR UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MILWAUKEE | Milwaukee, WI | $20K | 2022 |
| Wi Humane SocietyANIMAL CARE | Milwaukee, WI | $1K | 2022 |
| Animal Defense FundANIMAL CARE | Cotati, CA | $250 | 2022 |
| Wisconsin Trust For Historic Preservation IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Oshkosh, WI | $5K | 2021 |
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