Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brownsville, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $2.0 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$3.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$971,729
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5.7 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 | $2.5 million | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $5.7 million | 9 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $3.1 million | 11 | $971,729 |
How to apply
Timothy and Barbara Michels 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 Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2.0 million |
| Wisconsin | 7 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $45,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth College | General operating support | $2.0 million |
| Medical College of Wi | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Spring Creek Church | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Zachariah's Acres Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| University Lake School | General operating support | $71,500 |
| C2K Ministries | General operating support | $70,000 |
| Life Church | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Carenet Pregnancy Center of Milwaukee | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Xavier High School | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Babson College | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Fordham University | General operating support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy J Michels
- Barbara A Michels
Questions people ask
Does Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy J Michels (Trustee) and Barbara A Michels (Trustee).
What does Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.