Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation is a private foundation in Watertown, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $324,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$324,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $329,379 the year before.
21% 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 | $329,379 | 24 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $324,500 | 20 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation 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 Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 17 | $299,500 |
| Iowa | 2 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of Watertown | Program support | $100,000 |
| Watertown Community Foundation | Scholarships | $64,000 |
| St Jude Academy | Program support | $40,000 |
| Haus of Peace | Program support | $20,000 |
| Cornerstone of Grace | Program support | $20,000 |
| Mount Mercy University | Program support | $10,000 |
| McLane Company Folds of Honor | Program support | $10,000 |
| Watertown Humane Society | Program support | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Watertown Capital Campaign | Fundraiser | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | Program support | $5,000 |
| UW Madison Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | Program support | $5,000 |
| Watertown Historical Society | Program support | $5,000 |
| Watertown Education Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Watertown Community Foundation | Airport upgrade | $4,000 |
| Watertown Family Aid | Program support | $3,000 |
| Watertown Food P Buckets for Hunger | Program support | $3,000 |
| Watertown Community Concert Series | Program support | $2,000 |
| Make A Wish Wisconsin | Program support | $2,000 |
| Watertown Main Street Program | Program support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Darcey
- Jon Holthaus
- Daniel P Shea
- Charles Corbett
- Lloyd Holterman
- Tim Schuler
- Michael Kraemer
- Kevin Kuckkan
Questions people ask
Does Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation give?
$324,500 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sharon Darcey (Director), Jon Holthaus (Director), Daniel P Shea (Director) and Charles Corbett (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Joseph and Sharon Darcey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and food and hunger.