Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation is a private foundation in Mequon, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$260,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$280,444
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $135,000 | 5 | $509,463 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 6 | $501,805 |
| 2025 | $260,000 | 13 | $280,444 |
How to apply
Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca 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 Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 12 | $240,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Galena Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Caledonia Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Tomahawk Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Mequon Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Holmen Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Cuba City Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Calumet County Sheriff's Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Ozaukee County Sheriff's Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Colombia County Sheriff's K-9 Unit | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Boscobel Police Department K-9 Unit | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| Mount Horeb Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
| North Fond du Lac Police Department | K-9 fund | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark G Styles
- Mouna Senno
- Mark Zellmer
Questions people ask
Does Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark G Styles (Director), Mouna Senno (Director) and Mark Zellmer (Director).
What does Meca Wisconsin Police Canine Vest Foundation Inc Aka the Meca Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.