Draeger Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Draeger Family Foundation is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,022 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$62,022
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $57,510 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $57,000 | 9 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $57,510 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $62,022 | 9 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Draeger Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 9 | $62,022 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UW Foundation (Med Research) | Program support | $12,000 |
| Cedar Crest Foundation | Program support | $11,000 |
| Cargill United Methodist Foundation of Janesville | Program support | $6,000 |
| Cedar Crest Inc Healthcare Center | Program support | $6,000 |
| Salvation Army | Program support | $6,000 |
| Blackhawk Technical College | Program support | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Program support | $5,022 |
| Pregnancy Helpline | Program support | $5,000 |
| Gifts Mens Shelter | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Johnson Bank
Questions people ask
Does Draeger Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Draeger Family Foundation give?
$62,022 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Draeger Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Johnson Bank (Trustee).