Foundations that fund organizations in Independence, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Independence nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $92K to Independence organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Independence around $25K. 2 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Independence
- $92K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $25K
- Based in WI
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Independence organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Foundation Inc | Eau Claire, WI | 2 | $61K | $31K | Yes | Lena pilot program; Construction career direction |
| Two Eagles Foundation Inc | Tomahawk, WI | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | Tuition assistance |
| Xcel Energy Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Community vitality |
| Edina Realty Foundation | Edina, MN | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Assistance to the disadvantaged |
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 Independence, Wisconsin?
Pablo Foundation Inc, Two Eagles Foundation Inc, Xcel Energy Foundation, Edina Realty Foundation reported grants to Independence 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 Independence. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.