The Yabuki Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Yabuki Family Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.1 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $3.0 million. 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$5.1 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$53.8 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.3 million the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $4.9 million | 25 | $41.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.3 million | 19 | $52.7 million |
| 2025 | $5.1 million | 21 | $53.8 million |
How to apply
The Yabuki Family 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 Yabuki Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 11 | $3.5 million |
| California | 3 | $671,900 |
| New York | 3 | $590,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $150,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $126,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Wisconsin Foundation Inc | General use | $3.0 million |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | General use | $318,900 |
| Project Healthy Minds | General use | $300,000 |
| The Gordon Parks Foundation | General use | $275,000 |
| The National Film Preserve LTD Aka Telluride Film Festival | General use | $253,000 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum | General use | $170,000 |
| American Red Cross | General use | $150,000 |
| Rock & Roll Hall of Fame | General use | $126,000 |
| Sculpture Milwaukee | General use | $101,745 |
| Thorn | General use | $100,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Museum | General use | $50,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | General use | $50,000 |
| Sojourner Family Peace Center | General use | $39,000 |
| All-In Milwaukee | General use | $25,000 |
| Donald Driver Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | General use | $25,000 |
| The Milwaukee Bucks Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | General use | $15,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Inc | General use | $10,000 |
| Pat Connaughton Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Foundations for Freedom Inc | General use | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffery W Yabuki
Questions people ask
Does The Yabuki Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yabuki Family Foundation give?
$5.1 million in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Yabuki Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffery W Yabuki (President).
What does The Yabuki Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and health.