Jeffris Family Foundation LTD
Preselected recipients only
Jeffris Family Foundation LTD is a private foundation in Janesville, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $26,625 and the largest $675,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$26,625
- Largest grant$675,000
- Assets$41.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
67% 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 | $838,150 | 10 | $35.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 12 | $37.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 12 | $41.7 million |
How to apply
Jeffris Family Foundation LTD 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jeffris Family Foundation LTD funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 4 | $678,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $150,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $91,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $55,575 |
| Indiana | 2 | $29,150 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kenosha County Wisconsin | Restoration of courtroom | $675,000 |
| Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association | Restoration of light station | $150,000 |
| The Hegeler Carus Foundation | Restoration of hegeler carus mansion | $55,575 |
| Foundation for Appalachian Ohio | Macedonia missionary baptist church | $36,500 |
| Overfield Tavern Museum | Restoration of overfield tavern | $29,500 |
| City of Logansport Indiana | Restoration of kendrick-baldwin house | $28,250 |
| Edison Birthplace Association Inc | Restoration of thomas alva edison birthplace | $25,000 |
| New Ulm Turnverein | Restoration of new ulm turner hall | $20,000 |
| Friends of PBS Wisconsin Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Rock County Historical Society | Holiday tree sponsorship | $1,000 |
| School District of Janesville | Delivering bags of hope | $1,000 |
| Antique Doorknob Collectors of America Inc | General operating support | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas M Jeffris
- Peggy J Sheridan
- Royce Yeater
- Nancy Finegood
Questions people ask
Does Jeffris Family Foundation LTD accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jeffris Family Foundation LTD give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $26,625.
Who runs Jeffris Family Foundation LTD?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas M Jeffris (President/Treasurer/Director), Peggy J Sheridan (Vice Pres/Secretary/Asst Treasurer), Royce Yeater (Director/Field Representative) and Nancy Finegood (Director/Field Representative).
What does Jeffris Family Foundation LTD fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.