The Madden Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Madden Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,685 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,468 and the largest $21,170. 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$84,685
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,468
- Largest grant$21,170
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $81,611 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $74,545 | 7 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $81,611 | 8 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $84,685 | 8 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Madden Family 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 Madden Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 4 | $55,281 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,468 |
| Maryland | 1 | $8,468 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,468 |
| Delaware | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | Research | $21,170 |
| American Heart Association | Research | $21,170 |
| Marquette University Hs | General | $12,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General | $8,468 |
| Nature Conservancy | General | $8,468 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General | $8,468 |
| Salesianum Tr-St Francis | General | $4,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph | General | $941 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Madden
- Joseph Breiner
- Maureen Breiner
- John Madden
Questions people ask
Does The Madden Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Madden Family Foundation Inc give?
$84,685 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,468.
Who runs The Madden Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jane Madden (President/Di), Joseph Breiner (Vice Pres/Di), Maureen Breiner (Secretary/Di) and John Madden (Director).
What does The Madden Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and environment and conservation.