Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2023 it gave $982,875 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $409,409. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$982,875
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$409,409
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2023 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
60% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 11 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $982,875 | 15 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust 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 Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 14 | $949,925 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Art Museum | General operations | $409,409 |
| The Florentine Opera Company | General operations | $157,516 |
| United Performing Arts Fund | General operations | $130,000 |
| Milwaukee Ballet | General operations | $120,000 |
| Vail Valley Dance Festival | General operations | $30,000 |
| North Shore Library | General operations | $30,000 |
| Sculpture Milwaukee Inc | General operations | $25,000 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater | General operations | $25,000 |
| Marcus Performing Arts Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| Museum of Wisconsin Art | General operations | $10,000 |
| Renaissance Theaterworks | General operations | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra | General operations | $7,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | General operations | $5,500 |
| Junior Achievement of Wisconsin | General operations | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Film Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald W Baumgartner
- Donna F Baumgartner
Questions people ask
Does Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust give?
$982,875 in tax year 2023, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust?
Its 2023 filing lists Donald W Baumgartner (Trustee) and Donna F Baumgartner (Trustee).
What does Donald and Donna Baumgartner Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.