John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund
Preselected recipients only
John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $42,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $12,500. 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$42,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$797,556
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $26,500 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $26,500 | 3 | $781,692 |
| 2024 | $42,500 | 4 | $797,556 |
How to apply
John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund 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 John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $31,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Scholarships | $12,500 |
| Northeastern University | Scholarship | $11,000 |
| Cal Poly Slo State University | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $9,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
- Frederick Hoyt McCrea
Questions people ask
Does John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund give?
$42,500 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists US Bank N A (Co-Trustee) and Frederick Hoyt McCrea (Co-Trustee).
What does John J Signer Memorial Trust Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.