Rcu Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rcu Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $87,500 and the largest $230,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$87,500
- Largest grant$230,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $896,519 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $896,519 | 15 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 14 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Rcu 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Rcu Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 11 | $965,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $322,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Museum of Eau Claire | New location and building | $230,000 |
| Operation Help | Conference room | $150,000 |
| Tree Trust | Van purchase project | $150,000 |
| Wisconsin Farmers Union Foundation | Building renovation | $150,000 |
| St Croix Valley Food Bank | Food bank project | $150,000 |
| Friends of D R Moon Public Library | General donation | $110,000 |
| Lakeshore Players Inc | Theatre equipment upgrade | $100,000 |
| Family Resource Center St Croix Valley Inc | Frcscv building renovation project | $75,000 |
| Newtrax Inc | Purchase buses | $72,000 |
| Friends of Willow River-Kinnickinnnic State Parks | New nature center | $50,000 |
| CVTC Foundation | New building | $20,000 |
| Chippewa Humane Association | General donation (rtrf) | $15,000 |
| Eau Claire County Humane Association | General donation (rtrf) | $10,000 |
| Dunn County Historical Society | General donation (rtrf) | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Sackett
- Tom Huffcutt
- Brandon Riechers
- Douglas Olson
- Annie Brose
Questions people ask
Does Rcu Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rcu Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $87,500.
Who runs Rcu Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Sackett (Chair), Tom Huffcutt (Secretary), Brandon Riechers (Treasurer) and Douglas Olson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rcu Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and animals.