Foundations that fund organizations in Wind Lake, Wisconsin
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Wind Lake nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $7,300 to Wind Lake organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Wind Lake around $1,000. 3 of these funders are based in Wisconsin; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Wind Lake
- $7,300
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in WI
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Wind Lake organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway Community Fund | Waterford, WI | 4 | $3,700 | $850 | Preselected only | Betterment; Betteremnt |
| Silver Lining Foundation Inc | Madison, WI | 1 | $2,600 | $2,600 | Yes | General purpose contribution |
| Schoenleber Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General |
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 Wind Lake, Wisconsin?
Norway Community Fund, Silver Lining Foundation Inc, Schoenleber Foundation Inc reported grants to Wind 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 Wind Lake. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.