The Acomb Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Acomb Foundation is a private foundation in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,550 and the largest $4,800. 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$26,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,550
- Largest grant$4,800
- Assets$566,951
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $28,000 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,900 | 11 | $531,369 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 11 | $568,040 |
| 2025 | $26,000 | 10 | $566,951 |
How to apply
The Acomb 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 The Acomb Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 1 | $4,800 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $3,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $3,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,800 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,800 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,300 |
| California | 1 | $1,900 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missionary Aviation Fellowship | General activities | $4,800 |
| His Mansion Ministries | General activities | $3,000 |
| Emmaus Worldwide | General activities | $3,000 |
| Sim USA | General activities | $2,800 |
| Evangelical Free Church of America | General activities | $2,800 |
| The Navigators | General activities | $2,300 |
| Wycliffe Bible Tanslators | General activities | $1,900 |
| Feed My People Bank | General activities | $1,900 |
| Novo | General activities | $1,900 |
| Apple Pregancy Care Center Inc | General activities | $1,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce D Acomb
- Patricia J Acomb
- Adrienne R Cayley
- Aaron D Acomb
Questions people ask
Does The Acomb Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Acomb Foundation give?
$26,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,550.
Who runs The Acomb Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce D Acomb (Trustee), Patricia J Acomb (Trustee), Adrienne R Cayley (Trustee) and Aaron D Acomb (Trustee).
What does The Acomb Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.