Bigley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bigley Foundation is a private foundation in Deforest, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,100 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$85,100
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $96,700 the year before.
14% 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 | $58,827 | 8 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $96,700 | 11 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $85,100 | 7 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Bigley 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 Bigley Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $85,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Viroqua | General fund | $50,000 |
| SHP - Vernon County | Support the organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Vernon Memorial Healthcare Foundation Inc | Healthcare | $8,800 |
| Vernon County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit | General fund - k-9 unit | $5,000 |
| Driftless Humane Society Inc | Support the organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Support the organization's mission - toys for children | $5,000 |
| Viroqua Lions Club | Support the organization's mission | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Endicott
- James Endicott
- David McIntosh
- Cameron McIntosh
- Scott Nettum
Questions people ask
Does Bigley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bigley Foundation give?
$85,100 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bigley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard D Endicott (Vice President), James Endicott (Officer), David McIntosh (President) and Cameron McIntosh (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bigley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.