Kohl Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kohl Family Foundation is a private foundation in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,800 and the largest $15,000. 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$75,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,800
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $79,500 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $87,000 | 15 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $79,500 | 15 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 15 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Kohl Family 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 Kohl Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $28,800 |
| Georgia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $15,600 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon of Hope | General operations | $15,000 |
| St James Lutheran School | General operations | $15,000 |
| Collectivus Churchpray Love Unite | General operations | $10,000 |
| Fox Tuscon Theatre Foundation | General operations | $8,000 |
| Local Church Forsyth | General operations | $5,000 |
| Elkhart Lake School District | General operations | $5,000 |
| Elkhart Lake First Responders | General operations | $5,000 |
| Tucson Cold Wet Noses | General operations | $3,800 |
| Arizona Arts Live | General operaions | $3,000 |
| Elkhart Lake Boy Scouts | General operations | $2,000 |
| Casa Maria | General operations | $800 |
| Childrens Museum | General operations | $600 |
| Salvation Army | General operations | $600 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General operations | $600 |
| Friends of Elkhart Lake Library | General operations | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Crauswell
- Kathleen Garner
- Todd Weimer
- Garry Matz
- Larry Silton
Questions people ask
Does Kohl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kohl Family Foundation give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,800.
Who runs Kohl Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Crauswell (Trustee), Kathleen Garner (Trustee), Todd Weimer (Trustee) and Garry Matz (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kohl Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.