Nesheim Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Nesheim Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mequon, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,600 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $7,700. 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$20,600
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$7,700
- Assets$250,760
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $24,710 the year before.
41% 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 | $26,265 | 14 | $272,222 |
| 2024 | $24,710 | 18 | $260,009 |
| 2025 | $20,600 | 17 | $250,760 |
How to apply
Nesheim Family 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 Nesheim Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 5 | $17,200 |
| Florida | 5 | $1,900 |
| New York | 2 | $350 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $250 |
| Ohio | 1 | $250 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250 |
| Missouri | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lumen Christi Catholic Church | General charitable | $7,700 |
| Archdiocese of Milwaukee | General charitable | $6,000 |
| Center for Working Families Inc | General charitable | $2,000 |
| Saint Francis de Sales Seminary | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Venice in Florida | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General charitable | $500 |
| Liberty Youth Ranch | General charitable | $300 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | General charitable | $250 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General charitable | $250 |
| St Jude's Children's | General charitable | $250 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General charitable | $250 |
| Wounded Warriors | General charitable | $250 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General charitable | $250 |
| Boy's Town | General charitable | $250 |
| VFW | General charitable | $150 |
| St Leo Church | General charitable | $100 |
| St Matthew's House | General charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Leif Nesheim
- Andrew Nesheim
- Patricia Nesheim
Questions people ask
Does Nesheim Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nesheim Family Foundation Inc give?
$20,600 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Nesheim Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Leif Nesheim (President/Director), Andrew Nesheim (Director) and Patricia Nesheim (Director).
What does Nesheim Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.