Ae Cares Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ae Cares Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $39,200 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$39,200
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$197,459
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $30,000 the year before.
71% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,000 | 3 | $160,490 |
| 2024 | $39,200 | 7 | $197,459 |
How to apply
Ae Cares Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ae Cares Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $39,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ic Stars | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Maydm | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| VFW Post 7591 | Support for veterans | $5,600 |
| Disabled American Veterans Madison Dav-Wi Chapter 2 | Support for veterans | $5,000 |
| Badger Honor Flight | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,100 |
| Porchlight Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Harris
- Richard Gordon
- Amy Ragatz
- Jeanne Blachowicz
- Leslie Selbie
- Matt Blanchard
- Olga Rosales
Questions people ask
Does Ae Cares Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ae Cares Inc give?
$39,200 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ae Cares Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Harris (President), Richard Gordon (Vice President), Amy Ragatz (Treasurer) and Jeanne Blachowicz (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Ae Cares Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans.