The Trek Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Trek Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Waterloo, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $525,083 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $250,083. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$525,083
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$250,083
- Assets$98,221
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $415,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $415,000 | 4 | $170,998 |
| 2024 | $525,083 | 5 | $98,221 |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Burns 801 W Madison Street, Waterloo, WI 53594 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (920) 478-2191, trek_foundation@trekbikes.com |
| What to submit | Requests for donations can be made at https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_us/trek-foundation/request-a-donation/ |
| Restrictions | Submissions must 1) help preserve the land in perpetuity, 2) be open to the public and free to use and 3) prove a commitment to activate the trails with the local community. |
What The Trek Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $250,083 |
| Colorado | 1 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $45,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Inc | Trail development at mt. Telemark by the birkie foundation. | $250,083 |
| City of Idaho Springs | Trail development in idaho springs, colorado. | $125,000 |
| Southern Off Road Bicycle Association | Trail development in jacksonville, florida. | $75,000 |
| Wheel Fun | To support wheel fun in their dr. Daniel bright school bike skills park, and oak creek school bike skills park, and payson bike skills park. | $45,000 |
| Elings Park Foundation | Trail development & improvements at santa barbara county elings park. | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Burke
- Joe Siefkes
- Chad Brown
- Tania Burke
- Jason Schroeder
- Robert Burns
Questions people ask
Does The Trek Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Trek Foundation Inc give?
$525,083 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Trek Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Burke (Director), Joe Siefkes (Director), Chad Brown (Director) and Tania Burke (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Trek Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.