Knights Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Knights Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Elm Grove, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $11,000. 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$45,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$332,966
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,050 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $52,000 | 13 | $364,219 |
| 2023 | $17,000 | 7 | $309,318 |
| 2024 | $23,050 | 13 | $331,931 |
| 2025 | $45,500 | 18 | $332,966 |
How to apply
Knights 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 Knights Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 18 | $45,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Meals & other support | $11,000 |
| The Salesianum Trust | Cap campaign support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Educational assistance | $4,000 |
| St Jude Apostle Parish | Parish support | $2,500 |
| Individual | Youth ministry | $2,000 |
| Christ King Parish | Parish support | $2,000 |
| St Marys Parish | Parish support | $2,000 |
| SHP | Support material for making beds for kids without | $2,000 |
| Men in Christ Women in Christ | Education conferences | $1,500 |
| Womens Support Center | Educational assistance | $1,000 |
| Pro-Life We Educ Task Force | Educational support | $1,000 |
| Womens Care Center | Educational assistance | $1,000 |
| Carmolite Ministry of St Teresa | Educational assistance | $1,000 |
| Veritas Society | Educational support | $1,000 |
| Guest House | Food & clothing support | $1,000 |
| Tosa Cares Food Bank | Food support | $1,000 |
| FR McGIVNEY HOUSE | House supplies support | $1,000 |
| Faber Jesuit Community | Educational support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jim Dragani
- Jeff Rauh
- Thomas M Powers
- Wayne Miller
- James Webb
- Daniel Woehrer
- Ron Zeise
- Bill Roedell
Questions people ask
Does Knights Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Knights Foundation Inc give?
$45,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Knights Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jim Dragani (President), Jeff Rauh (Secretary), Thomas M Powers (Treasurer) and Wayne Miller (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Knights Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and faith communities.