We B Giving Foundation Agency
Preselected recipients only
We B Giving Foundation Agency is a private foundation in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $182,500 and the largest $1.5 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$182,500
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$18.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
33% 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 | $1.8 million | 7 | $18.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 6 | $18.8 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 6 | $18.8 million |
How to apply
We B Giving Foundation Agency 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 We B Giving Foundation Agency funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 1 | $1.5 million |
| Minnesota | 3 | $375,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $263,560 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ndsu Foundation | Building of sports complex | $1.5 million |
| Custer School District | Education | $263,560 |
| Holy Family School | Education | $250,000 |
| City of Albany | Landscape project | $115,000 |
| Carson Wentz AO1 Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| SJUSOTSem | Education | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas W Blattner
- Dawn M Blattner
- Thomas W Blattner Jr
- Elizabeth M Blattner
Questions people ask
Does We B Giving Foundation Agency accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does We B Giving Foundation Agency give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $182,500.
Who runs We B Giving Foundation Agency?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas W Blattner (Trustee), Dawn M Blattner (Trustee), Thomas W Blattner Jr (Trustee) and Elizabeth M Blattner (Trustee).
What does We B Giving Foundation Agency fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.