Direct Supply Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Direct Supply Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $283,571 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $39,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$283,571
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$39,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $281,098 the year before.
24% of its 2024 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 | $281,098 | 64 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $283,571 | 55 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John Walter 7301 W Champions Way, Milwaukee, WI 53223 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (414) 358-2805 |
| What to submit | Applications are available on the foundation's website |
| Deadlines | January of each calendar year |
| Restrictions | Applications are open to any 501(c)(3) in good standing with the IRS |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Direct Supply Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 41 | $227,496 |
| Illinois | 1 | $27,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $16,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,165 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee | Unrestricted charitable grant | $39,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted charitable grant | $27,000 |
| Milwaukee World Festival Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $22,636 |
| Hunger Task Force of Milwaukee Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $17,500 |
| Serving Older Adults of Southeast Wisconsin Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| Melanin Minded Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $14,000 |
| Havenwoods Economic Development Corp | Unrestricted charitable grant | $13,500 |
| Community Advocates Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $12,000 |
| Silver Spring Neighborhood Center Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $12,000 |
| Northcott Neighborhood House | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | Unrestricted charitable grant | $9,000 |
| Safe & Sound Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,500 |
| STEM Forward Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,500 |
| Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Chasing Chad Corp | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Community Projects Committee Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Eras Senior Network Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Gathering of Southeast Wisconsin Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Revitalize Milwaukee Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Social Development Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| United Community Center Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| United Performing Arts Fund Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Culinary Education Program Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Dominican Center for Women Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Ozaukee Food Alliance | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Raising the Bar Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| American Heart Association | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Kohler School Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| National Ataxia Foundation Incorporated | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Sojourner Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Coa Youth & Family Centers | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,500 |
| Lighthouse Youth Center Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,500 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,500 |
| The Medical College of Wisconsin Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,441 |
| Movember Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,165 |
| Columbian High School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
| Peace for Change Alliance Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Hillis
- Genevieve Hillis
- Robert H Klein Jr
- Matt Koch
- John Walter
- John Lewis
Questions people ask
Does Direct Supply Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: January of each calendar year.
How much does Direct Supply Foundation Inc give?
$283,571 in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Direct Supply Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert J Hillis (Chairman & President), Genevieve Hillis (Vice President & Director), Robert H Klein Jr (Director) and Matt Koch (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Direct Supply Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and health.