Rosemann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rosemann Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sister Bay, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $479,027 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$479,027
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was down from $675,835 the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $479,577 | 29 | $7.6 million |
| 2023 | $619,310 | 31 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $675,835 | 39 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $479,027 | 33 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Rosemann 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 Rosemann Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 14 | $221,440 |
| Nevada | 6 | $125,500 |
| Florida | 6 | $89,087 |
| Iowa | 1 | $22,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $9,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Easter Seals | Operating grant fof human welfare | $100,000 |
| United Way of Greater Milwaukee | Operating grant fof human welfare | $65,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Operating grant for food distri. | $55,000 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum | Historical operating grant | $55,000 |
| UW Foundation | Operating grant for animal welfare | $50,000 |
| Am Red Cross Reno | Operating grant fof human welfare | $22,000 |
| Shriners Hospital Northern CA | Operating grant fof health care | $12,000 |
| Gladiolus food Pantry | Operating grant for food distri. | $10,000 |
| Bellin College of Nursing | Grant for education support | $8,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister | Operating grant fof human welfare | $8,000 |
| Hunger Task Force | Operating grant for food distri. | $7,500 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater | Operating grant for the arts | $7,500 |
| Northern Nevade Hopes | Operating grant fof human welfare | $7,000 |
| Florida Repertory Theater | Operating grant for the arts | $5,000 |
| Heights Foundation | Operating grant fof human welfare | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Zoological Society | HISTORICAL OPERATING GRANT Capital Campaign | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Museum | Operating grant for the arts | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra | Operating grant for the arts | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin Humane Society | Operating grant for animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Cambridge Women Center | Operating grant fof human welfare | $4,500 |
| NAACP Legal Defense Fund | Operating grant for legal defense | $4,500 |
| National Woman Law Center | Operating grant fof human welfare | $4,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Operating grant fof health care | $4,500 |
| Smithsonian Institute | Operating grant to support activities | $4,500 |
| Northern Sky Theater | OPERATING GRANT FOR THE ARTS Endowment | $3,690 |
| Carson City School Foundation | Operating grant fof human welfare | $3,500 |
| Khan Academy | Grant for education support | $2,500 |
| Margaret Fuller Neighorhood House | Operating grant fof human welfare | $2,500 |
| KUNR Public Radio | Operating grant fof human welfare | $2,500 |
| Iona Hope Episcopal Church | Religeous operating grant | $2,087 |
| Community Foundation Door County | Operating grant fof human welfare | $1,700 |
| Ridges Sanctuary | Operating enviromental grant endowment | $550 |
| Play for Pink | Operating grant fof health care | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff Rosemann
- Rachel Rosemann
- Gayle Rosemann
Questions people ask
Does Rosemann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rosemann Family Foundation give?
$479,027 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Rosemann Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeff Rosemann (Treasurer), Rachel Rosemann (Director) and Gayle Rosemann (President).
What does Rosemann Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and food and hunger.