L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.1 million in 97 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $1.6 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$6.1 million
- Number of grants97
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$151 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5.7 million the year before.
16% 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 | $5.8 million | 97 | $114 million |
| 2024 | $5.7 million | 95 | $134 million |
| 2025 | $6.1 million | 97 | $151 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Maryjo Cohen 3925 N Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI 54703 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (715) 839-2139 |
| What to submit | Letter format-request application guidelines |
| Deadlines | January 31 |
| Restrictions | Northwest wi charities preferred, eau claire and chippewa counties |
What L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 40 | $2.7 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $1.6 million |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1.6 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 38 | $44,400 |
| Minnesota | 8 | $38,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 2 | $15,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donors Trust | Operations | $1.6 million |
| Fidelity Charitable | Operations | $1.6 million |
| Lutheran Social Services | Treatment center capital campaign | $1.5 million |
| University of Wi-Eau Claire Foundat | Educational programs | $598,300 |
| Village of Fall Creek | Public library capital campaign | $250,000 |
| L E Phillips Career Development C | Operating funds | $116,000 |
| The Seeing Eye | Operating funds | $50,000 |
| Institute for Justice | Operating funds | $25,000 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Operating funds | $25,000 |
| Children's House Montessori School | Security upgrades | $20,000 |
| Individual | Operating funds | $20,000 |
| University of Wi Foundation-Madison | Medical scholarships | $20,000 |
| University of Wi-Platteville Found | Senior design projects | $20,000 |
| 4 Paws for Ability | Operating funds | $15,000 |
| Literacy Chippewa Valley | Workplace literacy program | $15,000 |
| Reason Foundation | Operating funds | $15,000 |
| Marshfield Clinic Health System Fdn | Nicu capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Urology research | $10,000 |
| National Review Institute | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Town of Pleasant Valley | Building/generator upgrades | $10,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Spivak innovation fund | $10,000 |
| Willow River & Kinnickinnic St Park | Kayak/canoe launch | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wi Northwest | Operating funds | $8,750 |
| Land O' Lakes District of Spebsqsa | Operating funds | $7,500 |
| L E Phillips Senior Center | Senior resource fair | $7,500 |
| Wisconsin Public Radio | Operating funds | $7,500 |
| Guthrie Theatre Foundation | Operating funds | $7,000 |
| PBS Wisconsin | Operating funds | $7,000 |
| Wisconsin Historical Foundation | Operating funds | $7,000 |
| City of Bloomer | Park improvements | $6,500 |
| Bob's House for Dogs | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Global Academy | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts | Operating funds | $4,000 |
| Chippewa Valley Family Museum | Operating funds | $3,500 |
| Chippewa Valley Wildlife Rehabilita | Operating funds | $3,500 |
| Flying Eagles Ski Club Inc | Tow rope safety project | $3,500 |
| American Friends of the Israel Muse | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancemen | Audio books program | $3,000 |
| Beaver Creek Reserve | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Chippewa Humane Association | Operating funds | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Maryjo Cohen
- Randy F Lieble
- Jeff Madson
- Amy Alpine
- Melissa Nyhus
Questions people ask
Does L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: January 31.
How much does L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2025, across 97 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Maryjo Cohen (President), Randy F Lieble (VP, Treas), Jeff Madson (Sec, Dir) and Amy Alpine (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does L E Phillips Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.