Private foundation · EIN 39-6788987 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Andrew F & Edith M Bell Ch Tr

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $70K total, median $17K. 100% of grants stayed in Wisconsin.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
4
$70K
Median grant
$17K
Stays in WI
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.5M

Grants paid in 2024

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Childrens Hospital of Wi FoundationMilwaukee, WIGeneral operating$28K
State of Wi Wildlife Mgt Wetland PrgMadison, WIGeneral operating$17K
State of Wi Endangered Resources PrgMadison, WIGeneral operating$17K
Wisconsin Humane SocietyMilwaukee, WIGeneral operating$6,983

About this foundation

Andrew F & Edith M Bell Ch Tr is a private grantmaking foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, administered in care of US Bank Na, tax-exempt since 2007. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Andrew F & Edith M Bell Ch Tr accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Andrew F & Edith M Bell Ch Tr give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $70K across 4 grants, a median of $17K.

Where does Andrew F & Edith M Bell Ch Tr give?

Wisconsin (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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