New Life Foundation
Preselected recipients only
New Life Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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$34,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$742,129
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $29,000 | 9 | $635,106 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 11 | $698,575 |
| 2025 | $34,000 | 10 | $742,129 |
How to apply
New Life 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 5 | $12,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $12,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Meher Spiritual Center | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| Clackamas Women's Services | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Beloved Archives Inc | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Meher Fund Inc | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Mercy Corps | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Join Inc | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Sheriar Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Oregon Public Broadcasting | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Columbia Riverkeeper | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Dandelion House | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret W Frank
- Michael W Hatch
- William R Hughes
- Joseph S Rupkey
Questions people ask
Does New Life Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does New Life Foundation give?
$34,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs New Life Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret W Frank (Trustee), Michael W Hatch (Trustee), William R Hughes (Trustee) and Joseph S Rupkey (Trustee).