Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $672,000 in 141 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$672,000
- Number of grants141
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $406,110 the year before.
58% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $619,750 | 51 | $9.4 million |
| 2023 | $153,450 | 58 | $8.7 million |
| 2024 | $406,110 | 101 | $19.3 million |
| 2025 | $672,000 | 141 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc 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 Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 137 | $570,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $85,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Cooperating Ministries | Build churches | $85,000 |
| American Legion of Wisconsin | Local posts - support for veterans, military personnel, families and communities | $26,000 |
| Watda Foundation | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Potowatomi Area Council | Purchase boat & motor | $12,000 |
| Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Elmbrook Education Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of Waukesha Co | General fund | $10,000 |
| Geist Christian Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Hope Church of Wisconsin | General fund | $10,000 |
| Journey 21 | Van purchase | $10,000 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic | General fund | $10,000 |
| North Point Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Oconomowoc Area Historical Society | Capital investment campaign | $10,000 |
| St Charles Catholic Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| St Paul's Lutheran Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Thirst Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Wi Masonic Center Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Wi Masonic Foundation | Jump bags campaign | $8,000 |
| Alano Club of Waukesha | General fund | $5,000 |
| Center for Deaf Blind Person | General fund | $5,000 |
| Childrens' Dyslexia Center-Eau Claire | General fund | $5,000 |
| Childrens' Dyslexia Center-Madison | General fund | $5,000 |
| Childrens' Dyslexia Center-Milwaukee | General fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Erins Law Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha Co | Pet adoption | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse Youth Services | General fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Community Service Center | Training | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig A Ewald
- Brian J Ewald
- Daniel T Ewald
- Thomas E Ewald
Questions people ask
Does Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc give?
$672,000 in tax year 2025, across 141 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Craig A Ewald (President, Director), Brian J Ewald (VP, Director), Daniel T Ewald (Treasurer, Director) and Thomas E Ewald (Secretary, Director).
What does Emil Ewald Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.