Foundations that fund organizations in Ellsworth, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ellsworth nonprofits
10 private foundations gave $331K to Ellsworth organizations in their latest filings; 6 of the 10 that say either way accept applications.
13 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ellsworth around $3,000. 5 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 10
- Accept applications
- 6
- of 10 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ellsworth
- $331K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 13
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in WI
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ellsworth organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred C and Katherine B Andersen Foundation | Bayport, MN | 2 | $275K | $138K | Yes | General operating |
| Two Eagles Foundation Inc | Tomahawk, WI | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | Tuition assistance |
| Hugh J Andersen Foundation | Bayport, MN | 1 | $18K | $18K | Yes | 2026 op supp- pierce co food pantry |
| Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 2 | $7,500 | $3,750 | Yes | 2020 excellence; 2024 initiative |
| Xcel Energy Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 2 | $3,000 | $1,500 | Yes | Dollars for doing grant |
| Green Bay Packers Foundation | Green Bay, WI | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Community cultural connections - spanish inclusion |
| Viola E Lundeberg Trust | River Falls, WI | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | Coats for kids |
| Alice Lindquist Family Trust | River Falls, WI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Community support |
| Land O'Lakes Foundation | St Paul, MN | 1 | $450 | $450 | Yes | Member co-op matches |
| Assurant Foundation | Atlanta, GA | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Financial Assistance |
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 Ellsworth, Wisconsin?
Fred C and Katherine B Andersen Foundation, Two Eagles Foundation Inc, Hugh J Andersen Foundation, Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc, Xcel Energy Foundation and 5 others reported grants to Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.