Foundations that fund animal welfare in Wisconsin
These 25 foundations made grants to animal welfare in Wisconsin in the most recent IRS filing I have for each. None of them ticked the box for giving only to preselected organizations, and each filing gives application instructions or a website. That doesn't prove a foundation takes applications, and some on this list may not. The text below is copied from the filings, most of them for tax year 2024, so check a foundation's website or call before you apply.
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Alliant Energy Foundation Inc
- $5,000 to Raptor Education Group Inc, Antigo: Wildlife habitat and rehabilitation support
- $5,000 to Hoos Woods Inc, Milton: Wildlife habitat and rehabilitation support
- $4,612 to The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin Inc, Janesville: Matching gift
How to apply: Giving for good grant request: -identification of nonprofit organization applying for funding -description of project, including funding details, timeline, and goals of project -description of the problem or opportunity the project is addressing
James E Dutton Foundation Inc C/O Dean W Fenske
- $5,000 to Fetch Foster and Rescue Inc, Wausau: Lost Dog Efforts
- $5,000 to Wags of Wisconsin, Merrill: Dog Fostering Program
- $5,000 to Lincoln County Humane Society, Merrill: Spay and Neuter Program
How to apply: There is no formal application form. Grant requests should include 1) description of organization and its mission, 2) description of project/program for which a grant is being requested, and 3) grant budget and time schedule. Grants may extend over two years or more dependent on...
Restrictions: Projects/programs that benefit wildlife, animal causes, environmental preservation and outdoors education. Once a grant is awarded grantees will be required to provide additional information about their organization and to file a grant...
Nicholas Family Foundation Trust C/O Lynn S Nicholas
- $90,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: Annual campaign. To support abused, neglected and forgotten animals.
- $50,000 to The Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor: Annual campaign. To promote positive environmental behaviors through impactful...
- $25,000 to Oshkosh Area Humane Society, Oshkosh: Annual campaign. To provide compassionate care and comfort to animals in need and to...
How to apply: Type written letter with history and purpose of organization
Restrictions: To 501 (c)(3) exempt organizations
Kolaga Family Charitable Trust
- $3,000 to Wildlife in Need Center, Oconomowoc: Operating exp
- $2,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: Operating exp
- $2,000 to Wildlife in Need Center, Oconomowoc: Greatest need
How to apply: Application should include description and purpose of charitable organization
Restrictions: Grants limited to section 501 (c) (3) charitable organizations
The Ros Foundation
- $50,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: General operating purposes
- $25,000 to Wildlife in Need Center Ltd, Oconomowoc: General operating purposes
- $15,000 to Primates Inc, Madison: General operating purposes
How to apply: No specific form required. Brochures and letters stating charitable purpose preferred. Include copy of irs determination letter.
Deadlines: None.
Restrictions: None.
Francie Luke Silverman Foundation Under the F Silverman Charitable Tr
- $15,000 to Guardian Whiskers, Madison: Book buddies readine- pro&1:ram & taradiddle youth writing contests
- $5,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: Sustainine ooerations at whs milwaukee camous
- $4,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: Shelter operations
How to apply: Application forms are available upon request
Deadlines: None - applications may be submitted at anytime during the calendar year.
Restrictions: Preference given to organizations provided services in the great lake region focused primarily on wisconsin
Ruth St John & John Dunham West Foundation Inc
- $250,000 to Lakeshore Humane Society, Manitowoc: Restricted
- $20,000 to Lakeshore Humane Society, Manitowoc: Unrestricted
How to apply: Written narrative describing organization and its need for funding.
Deadlines: None - grants are considered monthly at board meetings.
Restrictions: Qualifying organizations mainly in manitowoc county, wi.
Antonia Foundation Incco F Michael Arnow
- $80,000 to International Crane Foundation, Baraboo: To support educationalprogramming andwelcome center theater
- $25,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: To support wildliferehabilitation ctrinternship program
How to apply: Submit grant information to address in 2a
Restrictions: Animal and wildlife conservation, nature education, and habitat protection. Food security.
Felburn Foundation
- $50,000 to International Crane Foundation Inc, Baraboo: Whooping crane protection
- $15,000 to Primates Incorporated, Madison: Staff costs
How to apply: In writing, with descriptions of the applicant and of the purpose or project for which the request is being made, a copy of the applicant's 501(c)(3) letter, and a statement (in a form provided by the foundation) that grant funds will be used exclusively for tax permissible...
Martha Morse Beck Von Peccoz Animal Plc
- $36,000 to Namaste Equine Rescue Ltd, Union Grove: Unrestricted general
- $6,000 to Pony Tales Refuge and Rehab Inc, Colfax: Unrestricted general
How to apply: Email to bpeppey@ppp-ltd.com
Deadlines: Nov 30th
Restrictions: Charitable organizations whose objective is love, care and protection of animals
John C Bock Foundation
- $7,500 to International Crane Foundation Inc, Baraboo: Environmental restoration
- $2,000 to Wildlife in Need Center Ltd, Oconomowoc: Wildlife education
How to apply: See website located at www.bockfoundation.org
Deadlines: May 31st
Restrictions: Primary focus is on old growth forests in the state of wisconsin. See website for more information.
L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc
- $5,000 to Northwoods Humane Society, Hayward: Outdoor improvements
- $2,500 to Dunn County Humane Society, Menomonie: Operating funds
How to apply: Letter format-request application guidelines
Deadlines: January 31
Restrictions: Northwest wi charities preferred, eau claire and chippewa counties
Green Bay Packers Foundation
- $4,000 to Friends of the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge, Necedah: Outdoor education and discovery area - prairie plants and critters
- $3,000 to Operational K9 Medical Team of Wisconsin, Appleton: Cover the cost of classes 2 times a year
How to apply: Application is available online during the application period of may 1 to july 1.
Deadlines: July 1 of each year
Restrictions: The organization must be a recognized non-profit for a minimum of two years and be located in the state of wisconsin.
Feingold Family Charitable Fdn
- $3,500 to Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary Inc, Elkhart Lake: General operating
- $2,500 to Playing Again Sams of Wisconsin, Madison: General operating
How to apply: Stated needs
The Allstate Foundation
- $1,000 to Tiny Hooves Rescue Inc, Union Grove: Employee helping hands
- $1,000 to Humane Society of Jefferson County Inc, Jefferson: Employee helping hands
How to apply: Letter of proposal
Deadlines: Proposal reviewed as received
Restrictions: Must be within the united states
The Lori and David Nicholas Family Foundation Inc
- $270,000 to The Ridges Sanctuary Inc, Baileys Harbor: To support phase 0 of the master plan implementation and purchase of equipment to use in...
How to apply: Type written letter with history and purpose of organization
Restrictions: To 501 (c)(3) exempt organizations and government units
Peck Foundation Milwaukee Ltd
- $117,500 to Zoological Society of Milwaukee County, Milwaukee: Capital campaign pledge & operating support
How to apply: No specific form.
Deadlines: No deadlines.
Restrictions: No restrictions.
Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc
- $100,000 to Watertown Humane Society, Watertown: Provide for the lost, homeless, neglected animals. Provide help for animals in need...
How to apply: Type written letter with history and purpose of organization
Restrictions: To 501 (c)(3) exempt organizations
Nimick Forbesway Foundation
- $100,000 to International Crane Foundation Inc, Baraboo: To support ICF's work with the Kafue Flats of Zambia
How to apply: ALL APPLICATIONS THROUGH OUR WEBSITE: https://online.foundationsource.com/ws/index.jsp?site=nimickforbesway
Deadlines: https://online.foundationsource.com/ws/index.jsp?site=nimickforbesway
Restrictions: https://online.foundationsource.com/ws/index.jsp?site=nimickforbesway
Bernard E and Alyce G Dahlin Foundation Inc
- $35,000 to New Zoological Society, Green Bay: To be applied towards payoff of debt on the cornerstone animal hospital
How to apply: No standard form or application process is required by the foundation.
Scott Kenneth A Charitable Ta
- $30,000 to Wisconsin Humane Society, Milwaukee: Program support
How to apply: COMPLETE LOI FORM AVAILABLE AT www.kennethscottcharitabletrust.org
Deadlines: Committee meets three times per year to decide recipients
Restrictions: Distributions are limited to organizations that support the care & protection of animals.
The Addie Foundation Uad 128011
- $26,000 to Elmbrook Humane Society Inc, Brookfield: Project/program support
How to apply: Letter
The Elmwood Foundation Inc
- $25,000 to Chasing Daylight Animal Shelter Inc, Tomah: General operations
How to apply: None specified
Restrictions: Geographic area as defined in the articles of incorporation and bylaws
Prairie Springs Paul Fleckenstein Charitable Trust
- $25,000 to International Crane Foundation, Baraboo: Whopping cranes
How to apply: Use of the wisconsin common grant application form, available from the funding information center at marquette university raynor library, is recommended.
Restrictions: Grants are awarded in the areas of conservation, environmental protection, ecological technology and wildlife preservation.
Regina Bauer Frankenberg Foundation Xxxxx3008
- $25,000 to International Crane Foundation, Baraboo: General operating
How to apply: no mandatory format but must include a copy of IRS 501 (c )(3) letter
Deadlines: September 30
Restrictions: organizations must operate exclusively for the care of animals
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