Foundations that fund organizations in Three Lakes, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Three Lakes nonprofits
10 private foundations gave $244K to Three Lakes organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 10 that say either way accept applications.
14 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Three Lakes around $8,417. 6 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 10
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 10 that state a policy
- Dollars to Three Lakes
- $244K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 14
- Typical median grant
- $8,417
- Based in WI
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Three Lakes organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Reiter Trust | Three Lakes, WI | 4 | $146K | $8,417 | Preselected only | Operating expenses; Flooring; Scholarships |
| Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $40K | $40K | Yes | Next generation servant leadership program |
| Epaphroditus Foundation | Elgin, IL | 1 | $18K | $18K | Preselected only | Chapel project |
| Three Lakes - Edward U Demmer Memorial | Eagan, MN | 1 | $14K | $14K | Preselected only | General operating |
| Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn | Brookfield, WI | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Capital improvement projects |
| Charles George Resch II Memorial Foundation Inc | Wausau, WI | 1 | $8,000 | $8,000 | Preselected only | Religious |
| Snoeyenbos Family Foundation Inc | Wausau, WI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Outdoor ministry fund |
| Franklin F Offner Foundation | Libertyville, IL | 2 | $2,450 | $1,225 | Preselected only | Conservation programs.; Programs which protect the lakes and forests, support local… |
| Hugh & Helena Brogan Foundation Inc | Stevens Point, WI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Equipment |
| Cloherty Family Foundation | Inverness, IL | 1 | $300 | $300 | Yes | Charitable - for community enrichment |
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 Three Lakes, Wisconsin?
Edith Reiter Trust, Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc, Epaphroditus Foundation, Three Lakes - Edward U Demmer Memorial, Schumacher-Weiherman Family Fdn and 5 others reported grants to Three Lakes 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 Three Lakes. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.