The Ceres Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Ceres Trust is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.6 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $7.6 million and the largest $7.6 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$7.6 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$7.6 million
- Largest grant$7.6 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $15.7 million the year before.
0% 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 | $15.7 million | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $7.6 million | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
The Ceres Trust 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
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $7.6 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Spreadsheet | See statement | $7.6 million |
Officers and trustees
- Judith A Kern
Questions people ask
Does The Ceres Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ceres Trust give?
$7.6 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $7.6 million.
Who runs The Ceres Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Judith A Kern (Trustee).