Telly Foundation Ltd
Preselected recipients only
Telly Foundation Ltd is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $50,988 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $26,988. 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$50,988
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$26,988
- Assets$198,345
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $380,210 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $380,210 | 14 | $239,586 |
| 2024 | $50,988 | 9 | $198,345 |
How to apply
Telly Foundation Ltd 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 Telly Foundation Ltd funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 8 | $50,488 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medical College of Wisconsin | General Funds | $26,988 |
| Boys & Girls Glub of Greater Milwaukee | General Funds | $7,000 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital Wisconsin Foundation | General Funds | $4,500 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum | General Funds | $3,000 |
| St Christopher's Church | General Funds | $2,000 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School | General Funds | $1,000 |
| United Performing Arts Fund | General Funds | $1,000 |
| Camp Chippewa Foundation | General Funds | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James B Wigdale Jr
- Margaret A Hammell
Questions people ask
Does Telly Foundation Ltd accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Telly Foundation Ltd give?
$50,988 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Telly Foundation Ltd?
Its 2024 filing lists James B Wigdale Jr (President) and Margaret A Hammell (Secretary).
What does Telly Foundation Ltd fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.