Mary Ella Jerome Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Ella Jerome Foundation is a private foundation in Barron, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,471 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,380 and the largest $76,500. 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$91,471
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,380
- Largest grant$76,500
- Assets$814,311
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $53,350 | 4 | $743,665 |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 3 | $791,371 |
| 2025 | $91,471 | 4 | $814,311 |
How to apply
Mary Ella Jerome 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 Mary Ella Jerome Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 4 | $91,471 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UW River Falls Foundation | Operating | $76,500 |
| Barron Area Education Foundation | Operating | $11,000 |
| Barron Area School District | Operating | $3,761 |
| Barron Area Community Center Inc | Operating | $210 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ella Jerome
- Alicia M Wirth
- Daria L Stransky
Questions people ask
Does Mary Ella Jerome Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Ella Jerome Foundation give?
$91,471 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,380.
Who runs Mary Ella Jerome Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Ella Jerome (President, Treasurer), Alicia M Wirth (Vice President) and Daria L Stransky (Secretary).
What does Mary Ella Jerome Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.