The Engh Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Engh Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $720,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $245,000. 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$720,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$245,000
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $545,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $545,000 | 17 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $720,000 | 20 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
The Engh 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 Engh Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 11 | $390,000 |
| Wyoming | 9 | $330,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Institute of Art | General operating | $245,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Greater Teton | General operating | $150,000 |
| St Johns Episcopal Church of JH Wy | General operating | $50,000 |
| Constellation Fund | General operating | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General operating | $35,000 |
| American Friends of the Prado Museum | General operating | $25,000 |
| ONE22 Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Wyoming Immigrant Advocacy Project | General operating | $25,000 |
| Astoria Park Conservancy | General operating | $20,000 |
| Grace-Trinity Community Church | General operating | $15,000 |
| Macphail Center for Music | General operating | $15,000 |
| Project Success | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hole Food Rescue | General operating | $10,000 |
| Global Rights for Women | General operating | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Mnndsd | General operating | $10,000 |
| Jackson Hole Food & Wine | General operating | $10,000 |
| Legal Aid of Wyoming Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | General operating | $5,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | General operating | $2,500 |
| YMCA of the North | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Engh
- Rolf Engh
- Martha Engh
- Peter Engh
- Phillip Engh
Questions people ask
Does The Engh Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Engh Foundation give?
$720,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Engh Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Engh (President), Rolf Engh (Treasurer), Martha Engh (Director) and Peter Engh (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Engh Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and food and hunger.