Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Appleton, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,228 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $6,623 and the largest $26,492. 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$66,228
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$6,623
- Largest grant$26,492
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $67,354 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,621 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $67,354 | 9 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $66,228 | 9 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund 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 Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $33,115 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $23,179 |
| New York | 1 | $6,623 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,311 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Germain Foundation | General support | $26,492 |
| Florentine Opera Company | General support | $6,623 |
| I Am Temple of Chicago | General support | $6,623 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association | General support | $6,623 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra | General support | $6,623 |
| Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion Inc | General support | $3,311 |
| Milwaukee Ballet Company | General support | $3,311 |
| Skylight Music Theatre | General support | $3,311 |
| United Federation of Doll Clubs Inc | General support | $3,311 |
Officers and trustees
- Fiduciary Partners Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund give?
$66,228 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $6,623.
Who runs Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Fiduciary Partners Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Shirley Butzin Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.