Foundations that fund organizations in Phelps, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Phelps nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $13K to Phelps organizations in their latest filings; 0 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Phelps around $3,700. 0 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 0
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Phelps
- $13K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $3,700
- Based in WI
- 0%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Phelps organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret a & William a Maloney Family Foundation | Chicago, IL | 2 | $7,400 | $3,700 | Preselected only | To further the charitable works of the organization; To further the charitable work of the organization |
| Wavering Family Charitable Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Support for organization's mission |
| Morgan Senior Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted grant for general purpose |
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 Phelps, Wisconsin?
Margaret a & William a Maloney Family Foundation, Wavering Family Charitable Foundation, Morgan Senior Foundation reported grants to Phelps 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 Phelps. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.