Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Brownsville, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 | $1.2 million | 8 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 6 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Steven R Michels Charitable 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 Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 2 | $500,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $7,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Chi Educational Foundation | General support | $500,000 |
| Marquette University | Ahprc ii/basketball practice facility | $400,000 |
| Be the Difference Nil Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Oscf One Step Closer Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Stacy Fuson Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Arizona Inc | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven R Michels
Questions people ask
Does Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven R Michels (Trustee).
What does Steven R Michels Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.