Himes Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Himes Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $14,000. 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$64,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,000 | 2 | $702,652 |
| 2024 | $37,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $64,000 | 6 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Himes 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 Himes Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 6 | $64,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church of Wausau | The mission of the united methodist church is to make disciples of jesus christ for the transformation of the world. | $14,000 |
| Never Forgotten Honor Flight | The never forgotten honor flight is a not-for-profit organization of dedicated volunteers providing veterans with closure, gratitude & respect, by flying them to washington d.c. To visit their memorials. | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army Wisconsin & Upper Michigan | The salvation army, an international movement, is an evangical part of the universal christian church, its message is based on the bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of god. Its mission is to preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet human needs in his name, without discrimination. | $10,000 |
| Wausau American Legion | American legion family in wausau works hard to be a community orientated service organization. Post 10, unit 10 of the american legion auxiliary and squadron 10 of the sons of the american legion work together to serve our veterans, active military members, their families, our area youth, and citizens. | $10,000 |
| Marshfield Area Community Foundation Inc | Macfi creates a partnership with caring members of the community to assess the needs and priorities of the marshfield area and assists them in fulfilling their philanthropic goals. The foundation makes an ongoing effort to assess local needs through community input and collaboration with other foundations and local agencies. | $10,000 |
| Camp American Legion Lake Tomahawk | Camp is a place for wisconsin veterans, military, and their families to come together in a safe place; a place where others may have shared life experiences. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Fitzgerald
- Leslie H Himes
Questions people ask
Does Himes Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Himes Foundation Inc give?
$64,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Himes Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Fitzgerald (Secretary) and Leslie H Himes (President).
What does Himes Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, veterans and faith communities.