Updated Oct 29, 2026
Private foundations based in Racine, Wisconsin
10 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, holding $111M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sc Johnson Giving Incsince 1992 | $4.7M6 grants · 2024 | $401K | Yes | $22M |
| Johnson Family Foundation Trsince 1995 | $3.5M47 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $68M |
| E C Styberg Foundation Incsince 1982 | $505K70 grants · 2024 | $2,919 | Yes | $3.0M |
| Ruud Family Foundation Incsince 1999 | $354K8 grants · 2025 | $37K | Preselected only | $6.5M |
| Ruffo Family Foundation Incsince 2019 | $331K36 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $3.2M |
| J Vernon Steinle and Elmira K Steinle Foundation Incsince 1998 | $278K3 grants · 2024 | $125K | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Col L C Christensen Charitable & Religious Foundation Incsince 1966 | $158K34 grants · 2024 | $2,450 | Yes | $2.7M |
| Rev Narayan S Bhore Memorial Association Inc | $122K8 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $2.1M |
| Osborne & Scekic Family Foundationsince 2003 | $59K12 grants · 2025 | $3,075 | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Robert G and Rebecca L Venn Foundationsince 2022 | — | — | Preselected only | $2.1M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Wisconsin
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Wisconsin Arts Board — Organizational GrantsStateWisconsin Arts Board | Wisconsin Arts Board | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Wisconsin Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateWisconsin Humanities | Wisconsin Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Racine, Wisconsin?
Our directory lists 10 private grantmaking foundations in Racine, Wisconsin with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $111M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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