John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun
Preselected recipients only
John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,975 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $17,275. 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$124,975
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$17,275
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $368,150 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 | $50,500 | 25 | $943,699 |
| 2024 | $368,150 | 27 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $124,975 | 36 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun 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 W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 29 | $114,975 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 4 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Historical Society | General support | $17,275 |
| UW Foundation | 10000 fund xxx-xx-xxxx 2000 odessey pr0ject | $12,000 |
| Madison Public Schools Foundation | Campaign for high school athletics academics | $10,000 |
| Vesterheim | General support | $10,000 |
| Childrens Theatre of Madison | General support | $10,000 |
| UW Foundation | 3000 norwegian language 2500 award in the arts | $5,500 |
| Nagc | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General support | $5,000 |
| Overture Center for the Arts | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General support | $5,000 |
| YWCA | General support | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin | General support | $3,000 |
| Torkse Kubben Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Individual | General support | $2,500 |
| Clean Lakes Alliance | General support | $2,500 |
| American Players Theatre | General support | $2,500 |
| Individual | General support | $2,500 |
| Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra | General support | $2,500 |
| Reach Out and Read Wisconsin | General support | $2,000 |
| Bethel Lutheran Church | General support | $2,000 |
| The Center for Black Excellence and | General support | $2,000 |
| DAiS | General support | $2,000 |
| Individual | General support | $2,000 |
| Individual | General support | $2,000 |
| Forward Theatre Company | General support | $1,500 |
| Aldo Leopold Nature Center | General support | $1,500 |
| Individual | General support | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Pheasant Branch Cons | General support | $1,200 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Lee Hendr | General support | $1,000 |
| South Fork Lacrosse Booster Club | General support | $1,000 |
| Springs Food Pantry | General support | $1,000 |
| East Hampton Food Pantry | General support | $1,000 |
| East Hampton Educational Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Dane County Humane Society | General support | $500 |
| Rooted | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Thompson
- Jane A Bartell
- Martha Vukelich-Austin
Questions people ask
Does John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun give?
$124,975 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun?
Its 2025 filing lists John W Thompson (President), Jane A Bartell (Vice Presidenttreasurer) and Martha Vukelich-Austin (Secretary).
What does John W Thompson and Jane A Bartell Charitable Foun fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and food and hunger.