Foundations that fund organizations in Marion, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Marion nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $2,760 to Marion organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Marion around $860. 1 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Marion
- $2,760
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $860
- Based in WI
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Marion organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koch Charitable Trust | Chicago, IL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Arthur J Gallagher Foundation | Rolling Meadows, IL | 1 | $860 | $860 | Preselected only | General exempt purpose |
| Alliant Energy Foundation Inc | Madison, WI | 2 | $800 | $400 | Yes | Volunteer grant grant |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Animal-related |
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 Marion, Wisconsin?
Koch Charitable Trust, Arthur J Gallagher Foundation, Alliant Energy Foundation Inc, Edward Jones Foundation reported grants to Marion 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 Marion. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.