Foundations that fund organizations in Shell Lake, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Shell Lake nonprofits
12 private foundations gave $114K to Shell Lake organizations in their latest filings; 8 of the 12 that say either way accept applications.
14 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Shell Lake around $4,000. 3 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 12
- Accept applications
- 8
- of 12 that state a policy
- Dollars to Shell Lake
- $114K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 14
- Typical median grant
- $4,000
- Based in WI
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Shell Lake organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jd Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation | Clear Lake, IA | 1 | $65K | $65K | Yes | Bldg. float plane, hangar |
| Onan Family Foundation | Duluth, MN | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | Scholarships |
| Xcel Energy Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Community vitality |
| The Duffield Family Foundation Dba Maddie's Fund | Pleasanton, CA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Open arms challenge 2024 |
| Pedigree Foundation | Franklin, TN | 1 | $4,500 | $4,500 | Yes | Animal Rescue Relief Purposes |
| Green Bay Packers Foundation | Green Bay, WI | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Yes | Shell lake arts center |
| Royal Foundation Inc | Labelle, FL | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Continued financial support |
| Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | 2022 excellence |
| Arr Family Foundation Inc | Minneapolis, MN | 2 | $2,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Ge Aerospace Foundation | Norwalk, CT | 1 | $1,545 | $1,545 | Yes | Matching gift |
| Uncommon Individual Foundation | Villanova, PA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Hackman ontrack plus scholarship |
| The Hanson Family Foundation Inc | Spooner, WI | 2 | $700 | $350 | Preselected only | To provide funds for operation |
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 Shell Lake, Wisconsin?
Jd Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation, Onan Family Foundation, Xcel Energy Foundation, The Duffield Family Foundation Dba Maddie's Fund, Pedigree Foundation and 7 others reported grants to Shell Lake 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 Shell Lake. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.