Vilas Neighborhood Association
Preselected recipients only
Vilas Neighborhood Association is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,950 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $900. 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$1,950
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$900
- Assets$6,023
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2,200 the year before.
20% 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 | $253 | 2 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,200 | 5 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1,950 | 5 | $6,023 |
How to apply
Vilas Neighborhood Association 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 5 | $1,950 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood House Community Center | charitable unrestricted support for the community center plus support for the annual Good Neighbor Gathering | $900 |
| Bayview Foundation | charitable support | $400 |
| monroe street merchants association | support for annual monroe st festival. The organization is a 501c6. | $300 |
| Monroe Street Arts Center | Unrestricted donation to local arts center | $200 |
| Friends of Lake Wingra | charitable support for activities | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug Carlson
- Daniel Graff
- Rachel Bennett
Questions people ask
Does Vilas Neighborhood Association accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vilas Neighborhood Association give?
$1,950 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Vilas Neighborhood Association?
Its 2025 filing lists Doug Carlson (president), Daniel Graff (secretary) and Rachel Bennett (treasurer).