Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Duluth, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $476,531 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $80,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$476,531
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $459,000 the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $366,500 | 17 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $459,000 | 20 | $7.2 million |
| 2025 | $476,531 | 22 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 21 | $451,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,031 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland | Charitable | $80,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Minnesota Masonic Clinic for Childhood Communication Disorders | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission Inc | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Society | Charitable | $25,031 |
| Churches United in Ministry | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Duluth Children's Museum | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Duluth Library Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Miller-Dwan Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Luke's Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The College of St Scholastica | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter | Charitable | $15,000 |
| First Witness Child Advocacy Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Hartley Nature Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Second Harvest Northland | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Minnesota Ballet | Charitable | $12,000 |
| True North Goodwill (Soar Program) | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Damiano Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Crisis Nursery - Duluth | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Louis County Historical Society | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Borealis Chamber Artists | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael S Altman
- Robert J Zallar
- Steve Krmpotich
Questions people ask
Does Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation give?
$476,531 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael S Altman (Director), Robert J Zallar (Director) and Steve Krmpotich (Director).
What does Wildey Mitchell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and faith communities.