Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA
Preselected recipients only
Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $307,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 and the largest $61,000. 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$307,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$61,000
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $644,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $644,000 | 15 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $307,000 | 8 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA 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 Weesner Charitable Tr UA funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $307,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Great River Greening | General operating | $61,000 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center | General operating | $60,000 |
| Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center | General operating | $51,000 |
| Thomas Irvine Dodge Nature Center | General operating | $50,000 |
| Twin Cities PBS | General operating | $35,000 |
| True Friends | General operating | $25,000 |
| Great Lakes Aquarium | General operating | $20,000 |
| Lake Superior Zoo | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA give?
$307,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA?
Its 2024 filing lists US Bank N A (Corporate Trustee).
What does Donald Weesner Charitable Tr UA fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.