Foundations that fund job training and employment in Wisconsin
These 25 foundations made grants to job training and employment 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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Francie Luke Silverman Foundation Under the F Silverman Charitable Tr
- $6,000 to Portal Inc, Grafton: Empowerment library: a hub for socializing, fun learning, and personal growth
- $5,500 to Portal Inc, Grafton: Heartful academy
- $5,000 to Beyond Vision Inc, West Allis: Training & workforce development program
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
Madison Gas and Electric Foundation Inc
- $5,000 to Black Men Coalition Foundation, Madison: General support
- $2,500 to Operation Fresh Start, Madison: General support
- $2,000 to Community Support Network Inc, Madison: General support
How to apply: Complete the application for funding and provide a copy of irs determination letter, current financial statements or copy of most recent audit report, project or program budget, and copy of minutes authorizing grant proposal.
Restrictions: Grants are generally awarded to 501(c)(3) exempt organizations located within madison gas and electric's service territory.
Harri Hoffmann Family Foundation Inc
- $10,000 to Community Support Network, Madison: Program support
- $10,000 to Beyond Vision, West Allis: Program support
How to apply: Go to harri hoffmann family foundation website: hhfamilyfoundation.org complete secure online grant application or download pdf application and mail to address indicated.
Deadlines: February 28th for april board consideration; june 30th for august; october 31st for december
Restrictions: No specific limitations
Green Bay Packers Foundation
- $9,427 to Curative Connections Inc, Green Bay: General program support
- $4,000 to Milwaukee Community Service Corps, Milwaukee: Mcsc core training programs
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.
Alliant Energy Foundation Inc
- $1,147 to Operation Fresh Start Inc, Madison: Matching gift
- $1,000 to Housing Initiatives Inc, Madison: 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
Cornerstone Foundation of Northeastern Wisconsin Inc
- $200,000 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: Yesteryear village
How to apply: Applicants are encouraged to call prior to submitting an application.
Deadlines: Applications may be submitted at any time
Restrictions: Grants are made to organizations in northeastern wisconsin with primary focus in brown county.
Janesville Foundation Inc
- $100,000 to Kandu Industries Inc, Milton: Capital campaign to fund new facility
How to apply: Initial grant inquiries are preferred through the janesville foundation website; however, letter or email inquiries are accepted. Completion of a standard application form may be required, along with cover letter with brief description of project, copy of irs exemption letter,...
Restrictions: Grants are awarded to organizations exempt under internal revenue code section 501(c)(3). Grants are generally limited to needs of educational and charitable organizations serving the janesville, wisconsin area.
Cremer Foundation
- $35,000 to Operation Fresh Start, Madison: General operating
How to apply: Any written form
Restrictions: Madison wi area
Oreilly Automotive Foundation Inc
- $25,000 to Valley Packaging Industries Inc, Appleton: Job Training Transportation
How to apply: All inquiries related to the application should be sent to 233 south patterson, springfield, mo 65802
Deadlines: No deadlines
Restrictions: 501(c)(3) public charities that address hunger, homelessness, health, poverty, domestic violence or literacy
Bernard E and Alyce G Dahlin Foundation Inc
- $20,000 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: To support senior and disability care programs
How to apply: No standard form or application process is required by the foundation.
Dr Harry J Heeb Foundation
- $19,600 to Beyond Vision, West Allis: General operating
How to apply: Letter form stating applicant's request
Deadlines: May 1st each year
Restrictions: Organizations must be exempt from tax under the internal revenue code
Dupaco Rw Hoefer Foundation
- $10,000 to Operation Fresh Start, Madison: Needs based
How to apply: Grant Application Form at https//www.dupaco.com/community/ways-we-give/
Restrictions: The encouragement of education, promotion of charity, and to contribute to organizations or causes which enhance the quality of life.
Union Pacific Foundation
- $10,000 to Employ Milwaukee Inc, Milwaukee: Resolve barriers to employment
How to apply: Grant application available online during specific periods.
Deadlines: May 31, 2025 for 2025 applications.
Restrictions: The foundation administers the philanthropic program of union pacific corporation and union pacific railroad company. Grants are awarded to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations located in union pacific communities that best align with the...
The Suzanne and Richard Pieper Family Foundation Ltd
- $10,000 to Beyond Vision, West Allis: General support
How to apply: No specific form
Restrictions: Requests should be related to character education and servant leadership.
Morley - Murphy Foundation
- $10,000 to Curative Connections Inc, Green Bay: Program support
How to apply: Applications are taken by written request.
Deadlines: There are no deadlines.
Restrictions: Local community charitable organizations.
The Nordson Corporation Foundation
- $10,000 to L E Phillips Career Development Center Inc, Eau Claire: Education program
How to apply: Electronic request including type of program and specific use of funds
Deadlines: Every february 15th, may 15th, august 15th, and november 15th
Restrictions: Must be a charitable organization which provides for charitable, scientific, or education purposes for community benefit
Anon Charitable Trust
- $8,000 to Beyond Vision, West Allis: Unrestricted charitable grant
How to apply: Letter stating description of agency, summary of project, and evidence that applicant is an irc 509 public charity
Restrictions: Grants only for scientific, literary, educational, or religious purposes to a 509(a)(1), (2), or (3) charity.
Feeco International Foundation Inc
- $8,000 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: Support and care for those who are aging, have dementia, brain injury, or other disability
How to apply: No standard form or application process is required by the foundation.
Schreiber Foods Foundation Inc
- $7,500 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: Program support
How to apply: Applications should be submitted online. Information can be found at schreiberfoods.com.
Deadlines: The online application process is open year round, however funding is awarded only once per year. Al
Restrictions: Applicants must meet the following criteria: 1. Be a non-profit organization (exempt from federal income taxes under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue service code and not be classified as a 509(a)(3) supporting organization) or be...
Gardner Foundation
- $5,000 to Beyond Vision, West Allis: Operating expenses
How to apply: Gardner foundation form and attach irs 501(c)(3).
Deadlines: One month before each meeting. Meetings are held in april, september, and december.
Restrictions: Greater milwaukee, wisconsin area
Charles Family Foundation Inc
- $5,000 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: Donation to end-of-year appeal
How to apply: Submit general information about the request. The foundation does not have a standard form that should be used.
Restrictions: The foundation only awards grants with proof of irc sec. 501(c)(3) public charity status.
R Schindler Family Foundation Inc
- $4,000 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: General
How to apply: Written application indicating recipient organization, purpose of grant and evidence of 501(c)(3) status
Cardinal Health Foundation
- $3,500 to Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin Inc, Milwaukee: Employee engagement\volunteer leadership grant
How to apply: Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Deadlines: None none n/a
Restrictions: The cardinal health foundation supports regional and national health care initiatives, volunteerism, and healthy and livable communities.
Paper City Savings Charitable Foundation Inc
- $3,000 to Opportunity Development Centers, Wisconsin Rapids: Operations
How to apply: Written request including proof of exempt status
Wochinske Family Foundation Inc
- $2,500 to Curative Connections, Green Bay: Services for seniors and disabled individuals
How to apply: No standard form or application process is required by the foundation.
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