Milne Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Milne Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hartford, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $36,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 11 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Milne 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 Milne Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 5 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Laudato Si' Project | Support the nature preserve | $10,000 |
| Historic Haymarket Milwaukee | Museum building development | $5,000 |
| Conference on Asianpacific LDSP (Capal) | To support the scholarship program | $5,000 |
| Illinois Prison Project | Outreach and training | $5,000 |
| Bernie's Book Bank | Distribute books to children | $5,000 |
| UW School of Veterinary Medicine | Support educational programs | $5,000 |
| Bravehearts | Equinetherapy | $5,000 |
| Community Warehouse | Providejob skills training | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | To support the scholarship program | $5,000 |
| Sharp Literacy | To enhance life success | $5,000 |
| Association of Midwest Museums | Museum programming and operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Bruce Milne
- Rebecca J Milne
Questions people ask
Does Milne Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Milne Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Milne Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Bruce Milne (Trustee) and Rebecca J Milne (Trustee).
What does Milne Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.