Wisconsin Public Service Foundation
Accepts applications
Wisconsin Public Service Foundation is a private foundation in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2.2 million and the largest $2.2 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.2 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2.2 million
- Largest grant$2.2 million
- Assets$40.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 1 | $36.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 1 | $40.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wisconsin Public Service Foundation 2830 S Ashland Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54304 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | wpsfoundation@wisconsinpublicservice.com |
| What to submit | The preferred method of receiving a Foundation grant proposal is submitting an application at https://www.wecenergygroup.com/community/wps-community.htm Applicants will be asked to provide information such as amount requested, project title and overview, demonstrated need, measurable outcomes and project budget. WPS Foundation offers a variety of college and technical college scholarships to students who live in the Wisconsin Public Service Corporation service area. Students seeking scholarships should visit our webpage for the specific criteria, application deadline and on-line application: : https://www.wecenergygroup.com/community/wps-community.htm |
| Deadlines | The Foundation has a quarterly grant cycle, with applications due on January 31, April 30, July 31 a |
| Restrictions | Priority is given to organizations that operate within the area served by Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, are judged effectively by the community, increase awareness of important issues, promote volunteerism, cooperate rather than compete with similar organizations and strive to minimize duplication of services and are IRS approved nonprofit charities. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2.2 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions (See Attached) | See attached | $2.2 million |
Officers and trustees
- M Beth Straka
- William J Guc
- Margaret C Kelsey
- Scott J Lauber
- Danielle L Bly
- Xia Liu
- Michael W Hooper
- Kyle A Hoops
Questions people ask
Does Wisconsin Public Service Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The Foundation has a quarterly grant cycle, with applications due on January 31, April 30, July 31 a.
How much does Wisconsin Public Service Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.2 million.
Who runs Wisconsin Public Service Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists M Beth Straka (President, Director), William J Guc (Treasurer), Margaret C Kelsey (Secretary/Director) and Scott J Lauber (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.