Five Loaves Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Five Loaves Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Platteville, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $37,000. 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$96,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$37,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $88,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,000 | 5 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $88,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $96,000 | 8 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Five Loaves 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 Five Loaves Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 2 | $47,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $11,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Church | Charitable | $37,000 |
| Semper Fi and Americans Fund | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Beyond the Reef Foundation | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Children's Wisconsin Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Water | Charitable | $10,000 |
| 516NOW | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Bible Society | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lifesong for Orphas | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A North
- Jennifer M North
- Eric Stader
Questions people ask
Does Five Loaves Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Five Loaves Foundation Inc give?
$96,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Five Loaves Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael A North (Director), Jennifer M North (Director) and Eric Stader (Director).
What does Five Loaves Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.