Gebhardt Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gebhardt Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$160,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $145,500 the year before.
64% 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 | $129,636 | 9 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $145,500 | 13 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $160,500 | 14 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Gebhardt 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 Gebhardt Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 12 | $143,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $12,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Door Community Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | General support | $25,000 |
| United Performing Arts Fund | General support | $15,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | General support | $12,500 |
| Mequon - Thiensville Education Foundation | General support | $11,000 |
| Birch Creek Music Performance Center Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Ephriam Foundation Heritage Fund Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra | General support | $10,000 |
| Northern Sky Theater | General support | $10,000 |
| Peninsula Players Theatre Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Dane County | General support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Dane County Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Arch Diocese of Chicago | General support | $5,000 |
| Admirals Power Play Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Gebhardt
- Susan Gebhardt
Questions people ask
Does Gebhardt Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gebhardt Foundation Inc give?
$160,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Gebhardt Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William Gebhardt (None) and Susan Gebhardt (None).
What does Gebhardt Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.