Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc
Preselected recipients only
Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $14.2 million in 258 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$14.2 million
- Number of grants258
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10.4 million the year before.
55% of its 2024 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 | $10.4 million | 349 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $14.2 million | 258 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Herbert H Kohl Charities 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 Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 248 | $13.4 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $105,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $70,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $22,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $2.0 million |
| Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc | To fund approved public charities | $1.6 million |
| Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc | To fund approved public charities | $1.3 million |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $800,000 |
| Historic Haymarket Milwaukee | To fund approved public charities | $750,000 |
| Children's Hospital Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $500,000 |
| Donorschooseorg | To fund approved public charities | $500,000 |
| Uwm Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $300,000 |
| Carmen Schools of Science & Technology | To fund approved public charities | $250,000 |
| Community Development Alliance | To fund approved public charities | $250,000 |
| Forward Scholars | To fund approved public charities | $250,000 |
| Greater Milwaukee Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $250,000 |
| Greater Milwaukee Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $250,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | To fund approved public charities | $200,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $200,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $200,000 |
| Riverworks Development Corporation | To fund approved public charities | $200,000 |
| Greater Milwaukee Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $150,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee | To fund approved public charities | $117,000 |
| Milwaukee College Prep | To fund approved public charities | $105,000 |
| United Way Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha | To fund approved public charities | $102,500 |
| Acts Housing | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Bruce Guadalupe Community School | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| City Year Inc | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Fair Elections Center | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Friends of PBS Wisconsin | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Next Door Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Pastors United Community Advocacy Inc | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Rocketship School | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Teach for America - Milwaukee | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| United Community Center | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| United Performing Arts Fund | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Urban Ecology Center | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Uwm Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $100,000 |
| Seeds of Health | To fund approved public charities | $90,000 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science | To fund approved public charities | $87,000 |
| Local Media Foundation | To fund approved public charities | $70,000 |
| League of Women Voters of Wi Educ Fund | To fund approved public charities | $60,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lacrosse | To fund approved public charities | $55,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Pruitt
- Joanne Anton
- Kevin Kalnins
- George Dionisopoulos
- Daniel Conley
Questions people ask
Does Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc give?
$14.2 million in tax year 2024, across 258 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles Pruitt (Vice President/Dir./Mgr.), Joanne Anton (President/Dir./Mgr.), Kevin Kalnins (Treasurer/Secretary) and George Dionisopoulos (Director/Manager) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.