The Argosy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Argosy Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $16.8 million in 280 grants; the typical grant was $28,750 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$16.8 million
- Number of grants280
- Typical grant$28,750
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$74.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $14.5 million the year before.
29% 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 | $14.5 million | 244 | $43.7 million |
| 2024 | $16.8 million | 280 | $74.0 million |
How to apply
The Argosy 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Argosy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 43 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 46 | $3.6 million |
| District of Columbia | 17 | $1.6 million |
| Colorado | 34 | $1.3 million |
| Georgia | 3 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 26 | $995,000 |
| Wisconsin | 27 | $951,356 |
| California | 22 | $807,000 |
| New York | 21 | $776,724 |
| Illinois | 11 | $697,578 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hack Club | Stem project | $1.4 million |
| Baptist Health South Florida Foundation | Research project | $1.0 million |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of America | Planning project | $1.0 million |
| Shelburne Farms | Capital campaign | $1.0 million |
| Association of American Colleges and Universities | Education project | $666,667 |
| For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (First) | Stem project | $585,000 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra | General support | $300,000 |
| Minneapolis Foundation | Environmental policy project | $290,000 |
| Beyond Benign Inc | Research project | $250,000 |
| Refed Inc | Food waste project | $250,000 |
| First in Michigan | Stem project | $225,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Education project | $200,000 |
| First in Vermont | Stem project | $150,000 |
| Hackshackers | Misinformation project | $150,000 |
| 412 Food Rescue | Food waste project | $125,000 |
| First in Texas | Stem project | $125,000 |
| First North Carolina | Stem project | $125,000 |
| Hack Club | General support | $125,000 |
| Youth Guidance | Youth development project | $125,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Research project | $102,716 |
| Access Esperanza Clinics | Reproductive health project | $100,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center Digital Psychiatry | Research project | $100,000 |
| Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity | General support | $100,000 |
| Haven Health Clinics | Reproductive health project | $100,000 |
| Lawyers for Good Government | Communications project | $100,000 |
| Male Contraceptive Initiative | Reproductive health project | $100,000 |
| MIT Open Learning | Education project | $100,000 |
| New World Foundation | Misinformation project | $100,000 |
| News Literacy Project | Misinformation project | $100,000 |
| Open Future Institute | Research project | $100,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Great Northwest Hawaii Alaska Indiana Kentucky | Reproductive health project | $100,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England | Reproductive health project | $100,000 |
| Power A Clean Future Ohio | Environmental policy project | $100,000 |
| Stand | General support | $100,000 |
| The National Trust for Local News | General support | $100,000 |
| Vermont Foodbank | General support | $100,000 |
| Wisconsin First Robotics Inc | Stem project | $100,000 |
| Appalachia Funders Network | Disaster relief | $90,000 |
| Repro TLC | Reproductive health project | $90,000 |
| First Nevada | Stem project | $80,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth C Zolot
- Jennifer L Abele
- Christopher S Abele
- John E Abele
- Mary S Abele
Questions people ask
Does The Argosy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Argosy Foundation give?
$16.8 million in tax year 2024, across 280 grants, with a typical grant of $28,750.
Who runs The Argosy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kenneth C Zolot (Administrative Trustee), Jennifer L Abele (Ceo/President), Christopher S Abele (Trustee) and John E Abele (Chair) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Argosy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.