Foundations that fund organizations in Chetek, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Chetek nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $48K to Chetek organizations in their latest filings; 0 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Chetek around $570. 3 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 0
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Chetek
- $48K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $570
- Based in WI
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Chetek organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Foundation | Elverson, PA | 1 | $40K | $40K | Preselected only | Charitable, camp scholarships |
| Discoverers Fund Inc | Eau Claire, WI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General support |
| Grensing Charitable Tr 1700-0001045 | Tulsa, OK | 2 | $1,141 | $570 | Preselected only | Support |
| Baird Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 2 | $1,000 | $500 | Preselected only | Charitable operations expenses; Environment |
| Delta Foundation | Greenville, SC | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | General support |
| The Hanson Family Foundation Inc | Spooner, WI | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | To provide funds for operation |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Chetek, Wisconsin?
Cornerstone Foundation, Discoverers Fund Inc, Grensing Charitable Tr 1700-0001045, Baird Foundation Inc, Delta Foundation and 1 others reported grants to Chetek organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Chetek. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.