The Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $205,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $90,000. 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$205,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $184,500 the year before.
15% 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 | $203,600 | 21 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $184,500 | 19 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $205,000 | 20 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Marcia & Kent Velde 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 Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 16 | $197,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy | Charitable | $90,000 |
| Notre Dame School of Milwaukee | Charitable | $55,000 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theater | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Formation Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Divine Savior Holy Angel High School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Marquette University High School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Marcus Lutheran School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Robert School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Women's Care Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Bridge to Brighter | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Nativity Jesuit Academy | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Acts Housing | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Robert Church | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Mary's Choice Rva | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cathedral of the Sacred Heart | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Joy Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Francis de Sales Seminary | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Silver Spur Therapeutic Riding Center | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- W Kent Velde
- Marcia Ferguson Velde
Questions people ask
Does The Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation give?
$205,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Kent Velde (Trustee) and Marcia Ferguson Velde (Trustee).
What does The Marcia & Kent Velde Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.