The Galaxy Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Galaxy Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hartland, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 108 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $650,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants108
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$650,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 110 | $10.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 108 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
The Galaxy Foundation Inc 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 Galaxy Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 70 | $729,700 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $650,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $37,500 |
| New York | 5 | $35,700 |
| District of Columbia | 9 | $30,900 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | The elaine burke charitable fund | $650,000 |
| Alverno College | Program support | $100,000 |
| Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc | Program support | $75,000 |
| Acts Community Development Corporation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Institute for Ethnomedicine DBA Brain Chemistry Labs | Program support | $50,000 |
| Marquette University | Program support | $45,000 |
| Capuchin Franciscan Province of St Joseph | Program support | $30,200 |
| Saint John's Communities Inc DBA Saint John's on the Lake | Program support | $28,500 |
| Catholic Relief Services Usccb | Program support | $25,000 |
| National Catholic Reporter Publishing Co | Program support | $25,000 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Inc | Program support | $20,000 |
| St Ann Center for Intergenerational Care | Program support | $20,000 |
| United Community Center Inc | Program support | $20,000 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| St Bahkita Catholic Worker Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| USA Midwest Province of the Society of Jesus Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief NFP | Program support | $15,000 |
| Saint Teresa of Calcutta Congregation DBA St Teresa of Calcutta | Program support | $12,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa | Program support | $11,000 |
| All-In-Milwaukee | Program support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee | Program support | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Wisconsin DBA Children's Wisconsin | Program support | $10,000 |
| Community Advocates Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund Incorporated | Program support | $10,000 |
| Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin | Program support | $10,000 |
| Franciscan Peacemakers Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Guest House of Milwaukee | Program support | $10,000 |
| Kradwell School Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Museum Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | Program support | $10,000 |
| Salvatorian Mission Warehouse | Program support | $10,000 |
| The Medical College of Wisconsin Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Program support | $10,000 |
| University Lake School | Program support | $10,000 |
| Versiti Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Waukesha County Land Conservancy | Program support | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin Public Radio Association Inc | Program support | $7,000 |
| AARP Foundation | Program support | $6,000 |
| Literacy Services of Wi Inc | Program support | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Galaxy Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Galaxy Foundation Inc give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 108 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Galaxy Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Elaine Burke (President).
What does The Galaxy Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.