Gaedke Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gaedke Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $150,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,000 | 7 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 7 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Gaedke 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 Gaedke Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 4 | $90,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Parkinson Disease Assoc | General operating | $30,000 |
| Allen Foundation | General operating | $30,000 |
| Community Foundation of NE Iowa | General operating | $30,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General operating | $15,000 |
| Altrusa International Foundation Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| State University of Iowa Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Grout Museum | General operating | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Gaedke Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gaedke Charitable Trust give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Gaedke Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Gaedke Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.