Taso Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Taso Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $17,000 and the largest $17,000. 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$51,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$17,000
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$8,900
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,250 the year before.
33% 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 | $34,377 | 2 | $5,595 |
| 2024 | $50,250 | 3 | $6,033 |
| 2025 | $51,000 | 3 | $8,900 |
How to apply
Taso 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 Taso Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 3 | $51,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Prairie Civic Theatre | Penguin project | $17,000 |
| Arts for All Wisconsin Inc | Support providing programs in the arts with children and adults with disabilities. | $17,000 |
| Miracle League of Dane County | Helping children facing physical and cognitive disabilities have the opportunity to play baseball | $17,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald O'Gara
- Stephen Schick
Questions people ask
Does Taso Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Taso Foundation Inc give?
$51,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $17,000.
Who runs Taso Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerald O'Gara (Director) and Stephen Schick (Director).
What does Taso Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, disability and youth programs.