Maas Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Maas Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,550 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $20,250. 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$135,550
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$20,250
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,300 the year before.
58% 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 | $82,000 | 26 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $100,300 | 27 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $135,550 | 38 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Maas 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 Maas Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 8 | $37,300 |
| California | 4 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $21,000 |
| Illinois | 8 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Sonja j maas scholarship - education fund | $20,250 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | To further organization's charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Florida Golf Coast University Foundation | To advance fgcu and its students institution, philanthropy, and needs | $6,000 |
| Lee Memorial Health System Foundation Inc | To further organization's charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater | To further organization's charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | To further organizations charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| KCRW | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Medshare | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Noble Network Charter Schools | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| American Forests | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| National Casagal Association for Children | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Arkansas Childrens Hospital | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Treepeople | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Love & Love Tennis Foundation | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Madison Children's Museum | To further organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida | Food distribution to needy families in sw florida | $4,000 |
| Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife | To further organization's charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Girls on the Run of New Orleans | To further organization's charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Waukesha County Community Foundation | To further organization's charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Children's Scholarship Fund | To further organization's charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Reach Rescue | To further organization's charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Breakthrough T1D | To further organization's charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Role Model Movement Inc (My Block My Hood My City) | Help underprivileged kids lower gun violence and have educational/good experiences | $1,500 |
| Waukesha Free Clinic at Caroll University | Support health and well-being of uninsured, underinsured, low-income people | $1,500 |
| White House Historical Foundation | To educate the public about the white house and its history | $1,500 |
| Heights Foundation Inc | Provide educational and social support to underprivileged families | $1,000 |
| The Book Love Foundation | Provides classroom libraries to public school teachers who inspire a love of reading | $1,000 |
| Oconomowoc Food Pantry | To further organization's charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Super Scratch Foundation | To further organization's charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Irwin A and Robert D Goodman Community Center | Provide youth programs, meals, event spaces, for local community | $750 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Support training programs for unemployed or underemployed adults; outreach programs | $500 |
| Paws Chicago | To further organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | To further organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | To further organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| Phet Interactive Simulations (University of Colorado) | To further organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | Terra fund for geoscience | $300 |
| The Against Malaria Foundation | Education and prevention/mitigation | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Maas
- Duane A Maas
- Thomas J Maas
- Jon K Maas
Questions people ask
Does Maas Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maas Foundation Inc give?
$135,550 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Maas Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas E Maas (President/Director), Duane A Maas (Director), Thomas J Maas (Sec/Treas) and Jon K Maas (Director).
What does Maas Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.