1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin is a private foundation located in Greenfield, Wisconsin. Its 2024 filing reports 12 grants totaling $35,000 to organizations in Wisconsin, supporting initiatives that included youth programs, services for people with disabilities, veterans’ services, financial literacy, emergency food, and shelter.
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin at a glance
In short: 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin gave $35K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in Wisconsin. 50% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $35,000
- +2.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- -29.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,917
- +44.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $381,753
- -8.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 50% first-time grantees (6 of 12, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin
- How to Apply
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Submit a written request describing the initiative seeking support. Applicants must demonstrate 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(1) status and relevance to the foundation’s areas of giving. Awards are generally limited to use in communities served by the bank. The foundation does not provide support for political organizations or candidates, activities for religious purposes, individual endeavors, or scholarships.
- Contact
Mailing address: 7001 Edgerton Avenue, Greenfield, WI 53220
Phone: (414) 235-5855
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Haase Community Connections ($5K). Together the top 10 received $33K.
Grant Size Distribution
57 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 57 grants of 57 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Wisconsin. The filing states that awards are generally limited to use in communities served by the bank.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin open to new grantees?
50%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 12 grantees (50%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 42% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+19%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 179% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $30K (2021) to $35K (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $35K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haase Community Connections Mukwonago, WI | Enhance garage space; install specialized flooring that provides mobility & safety and an environment conducive for learning & social activities | $5,000 |
| Secure Futures Milwaukee, WI | Provide money coach programming for under-resourced high school students attending milwaukee public schools | $5,000 |
| Arts Large Milwaukee, WI | Youth art programs air academy and summer camp, free and led by professional paid artists. | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin Veterans Network West Allis, WI | Support intake, assessment and advocacy program assists all veterans | $4,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Milwaukee, WI | Corporate work study program. Provide nonprofits with entry level staffing support crj students. | $3,500 |
| Rides and Reins Slinger, WI | Equine therapy for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities | $3,000 |
| Safe and Sound Inc Milwaukee, WI | Youth Violence and Drug Prevention Programs | $3,000 |
| Asset Builders Madison, WI | Improve Financial Literacy for Area High School Students | $2,000 |
| Ozaukee Food Alliance Saukville, WI | Support Emergency Food Network Programs. | $2,000 |
| Journey 21 Inc Oconomowoc, WI | Support general operations. Living & learning options for adults with idd. | $1,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $381,753 | $5,489 | $39,714 | $35,000 | 12 | $39,615 | $5,489 | $22,137 |
| 2023 | $415,978 | $-4,867 | $38,683 | $34,250 | 17 | $38,683 | — | $22,141 |
| 2022 | $459,528 | $6,932 | $38,189 | $34,300 | 9 | $38,189 | $6,932 | $32,476 |
| 2021 | $490,785 | $4,384 | $32,840 | $29,500 | 11 | $32,840 | $4,384 | $32,571 |
| 2020 | $519,241 | — | $32,928 | $30,000 | 8 | — | — | $27,929 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin reported a distributable amount of $22K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for youth art and financial-literacy programs, veterans’ services, emergency food and shelter, and programs for people with disabilities.
Grantees describe their own work in varied ways. Haase Community Connections says it provides support services to young adults with disabilities. Wisconsin Veterans Network says it serves veterans and their families facing crises through a network of organizations. Journey 21 describes its mission as providing safe, supportive living and learning options for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The Women’s Center says it provides safety, shelter, and support to people impacted by domestic abuse, sexual violence, child abuse, and trafficking.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 12 grants totaling $35,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $5,000, with a median of $3,000. Among the larger awards were $5,000 to Haase Community Connections for garage improvements and specialized flooring, and $5,000 to Secure Futures for money-coach programming for under-resourced high school students. Arts@Large and Wisconsin Veterans Network each received $4,000. Cristo Rey Jesuit received $3,500; Rides and Reins and Safe and Sound each received $3,000.
The filing states that requests should be made in writing and describe the initiative seeking support. Applications are accepted year-round, and grants are generally awarded throughout the year. The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Monica Baker as president; Steven Klitzing and Wesley Compton as officers; and Kathy Emery as director and secretary and Richard Hurd as director and treasurer.
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin is led by Monica Baker, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Monica Baker
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Emery
Director & Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Hurd
Director & Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steven Klitzing
Officer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Wesley Compton
Officer
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: James Rothenbach (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Karen Stroud (2020–2022) — Officer
- Former: Thomas Peterson (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Richard Krier (2020–2021) — Officer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin
How much does 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin give each year?
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin gave $35K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $34K across 17 grants.
What is 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's typical grant size?
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's median grant in 2024 was $3,000, and its average grant was $2,917, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin that year got $3K on average.
Where does 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin give grants?
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin gives mostly in Wisconsin: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Milwaukee, WI (4 grants).
Does 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin give general operating support?
Occasionally: 8% of 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's largest grantees?
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's largest 2024 grantees include Haase Community Connections ($5,000), Secure Futures ($5,000) and Arts Large ($4,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin?
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin reported $382K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $40K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $22K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for youth art and financial-literacy programs, veterans’ services, emergency food and shelter, and programs for people with disabilities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin?
Submit a written request describing the initiative seeking support. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's EIN?
1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-2994170. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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