Foundations that fund organizations in Palmyra, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Palmyra nonprofits
8 private foundations gave $144K to Palmyra organizations in their latest filings; 4 of the 8 that say either way accept applications.
11 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Palmyra around $4,300. 6 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 8
- Accept applications
- 4
- of 8 that state a policy
- Dollars to Palmyra
- $144K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 11
- Typical median grant
- $4,300
- Based in WI
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Palmyra organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brookhill Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $100K | $100K | Preselected only | General operating |
| Merkel Foundation Inc | Brookfield, WI | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | General operating support |
| The Haeger Foundation C/O Julie D Haeger | Fort Lauderdale, FL | 1 | $11K | $11K | Preselected only | General operations |
| Widen Family Foundation Inc | Cottage Grove, WI | 1 | $4,300 | $4,300 | Yes | Service dogs for children with autism in wisconsin |
| Dorothy Inbusch Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $1,800 | $1,800 | Yes | Service dog training |
| Only in Wisconsin Giving Inc | New Glarus, WI | 1 | $1,300 | $1,300 | Yes | General support |
| Generac Foundation Inc | Waukesha, WI | 4 | $1,050 | $225 | Yes | High school Project Graduation event; Palmyra Eagle High School Quarterback Club; High school powerlifting team |
| Gilbert Foundation | Indian Head Park, IL | 1 | $300 | $300 | Preselected only | Unrestricted grant to support people with disabilities |
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 Palmyra, Wisconsin?
The Brookhill Foundation, Merkel Foundation Inc, The Haeger Foundation C/O Julie D Haeger, Widen Family Foundation Inc, Dorothy Inbusch Foundation Inc and 3 others reported grants to Palmyra 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 Palmyra. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.