Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Elm Grove, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $475,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$475,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
65% 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 | $1.7 million | 17 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 16 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 26 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
Kim and John Schlifske Family 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 Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 15 | $1.0 million |
| Tennessee | 2 | $475,500 |
| New York | 2 | $101,100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $12,600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,100 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $300 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Love One International | General support | $475,000 |
| Saint Francis de Sales Seminary | General support | $310,714 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy | General support | $200,000 |
| Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Inc | General support | $185,000 |
| Historic Haymarket Milwaukee I Inc | General support | $125,000 |
| The Alfred E Smith Memorial Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Journey 21 | General support | $50,025 |
| Marquette University | General support | $44,200 |
| Elmbrook Education Foundation | General support | $35,000 |
| Women's Care Center of Milwaukee Mother Mary Corporation | General support | $30,000 |
| Junior Achievement | General support | $15,000 |
| St Mary's Visitation Catholic Parish | General support | $15,000 |
| Islands of Brilliance | General support | $10,000 |
| The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty | General support | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $10,000 |
| Diocese Superior | General support | $5,000 |
| Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Christian Fellowship Community | General support | $2,600 |
| Students for Life | General support | $2,100 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General support | $1,100 |
| MCC Scholars Foundation Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | General support | $1,000 |
| Reagan Ranch | General support | $1,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia Congregation | General support | $500 |
| Usga | General support | $300 |
| Operation Finally Home | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John Schlifske Jr
- John Schlifske
- Kim Schlifske
Questions people ask
Does Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John Schlifske Jr (Director), John Schlifske (Director) and Kim Schlifske (Director).
What does Kim and John Schlifske Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.