Big Unit Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Big Unit Foundation is a private foundation in Waukesha, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,366 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $28,366 and the largest $28,366. 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$28,366
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$28,366
- Largest grant$28,366
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,100 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,100 | 1 | $17,675 |
| 2025 | $28,366 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Big Unit 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Big Unit Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $28,366 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fisher House Wisconsin | Donation | $28,366 |
Officers and trustees
- Bill Michaels
- Christen Meyer
- John Atlee
- James Mercado
- Jeffery Beine
- Deb Wolf
- Ben Jarvis
- Mike Turowski
Questions people ask
Does Big Unit Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Big Unit Foundation give?
$28,366 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $28,366.
Who runs Big Unit Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bill Michaels (President), Christen Meyer (Vice-President), John Atlee (Board Member) and James Mercado (Board Member) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Big Unit Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans.