William Siekman Fdn
Accepts applications
William Siekman Fdn is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,588 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$121,588
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $109,510 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $114,570 | 25 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $109,510 | 24 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $121,588 | 24 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Co Bmo Harris Bank N A 221 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54912 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (920) 738-3827 |
| What to submit | Written form |
What William Siekman Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 21 | $95,588 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Appleton Cemetery Association | General operating purposes | $15,000 |
| Hope Clinic & Care Center | General operating purposes | $15,000 |
| Plymouth Congregational Church | General operating purposes | $10,000 |
| Amigo Club of Ashland Oregon Inc | General operating purposes | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General operating purposes | $8,500 |
| Lawrence University | General operating purposes | $8,000 |
| Smu-Dedman School of Law | Program support | $7,500 |
| Appleton Alliance Church | General operating purposes | $6,000 |
| Salvation Army of the Fox Cities | General operating purposes | $5,588 |
| Beaming Incorporated | General operating purposes | $5,000 |
| Thedacare Cancer Center | General operating purposes | $5,000 |
| YMCA of the Fox Cities | General operating purposes | $3,500 |
| Acts 18 Ministry | General operating purposes | $3,000 |
| The Appleton Historical Society | General operatiing purposes | $2,500 |
| Outagamie County Historical Society | General operating purposes | $2,000 |
| Leaven | General operating purposes | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Fox Valley | Program support | $2,000 |
| Attic Theatre | General operating purposes | $2,000 |
| Memorial Presbyterian Church | General operating purposes | $2,000 |
| Dyslexia Reading Connection | General operating purposes | $2,000 |
| Curative Connections | General operating purposes | $1,500 |
| Cots - Community Outreach Temporary Serv | General operating purposes | $1,500 |
| Community Church of Appleton | Program support | $1,000 |
| Bubolz Nature Center | General operating purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bmo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does William Siekman Fdn accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William Siekman Fdn give?
$121,588 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs William Siekman Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Bmo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does William Siekman Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.