Highlands Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Highlands Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $610,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$610,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.4 million the year before.
50% 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 | 9 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $610,000 | 11 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
Highlands 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 Highlands Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 9 | $310,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Unrestricted charitable gift | $250,000 |
| Domestic Abuse Intervention Services | Unrestricted charitable gift | $100,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Division of plastic surgery greatest need fund | $100,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $50,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Cdis building for the future fund | $50,000 |
| Bethel Horizons | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| United Way of Dane County | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Madison Symphony Orchestra League | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra | Unrestricted charitable gift | $3,000 |
| Madison Museum of Contemporary Art | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
| North Lakeland Discovery Center | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan A Bakke
- James J Bakke
- Blaine R Renfert
Questions people ask
Does Highlands Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Highlands Foundation Inc give?
$610,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Highlands Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan A Bakke (President), James J Bakke (Vice President) and Blaine R Renfert (Secretary & Treasurer).
What does Highlands Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.