Archdiocese of Milwaukee Catholic Commun
The Archdiocese of Milwaukee Catholic Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity and community foundation based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Established in 2000 and tax-exempt since March 2002, the Foundation manages charitable funds to support the current and future needs of Catholic communities in southeastern Wisconsin. The organization operates with 3 employees and maintains a donor-advised fund through which donors can direct the distribution and investment of funds.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$155.6M
+5.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.2M
+4.6% YoY
Grant Count
84
+2.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$26K
+2.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation exists to support the mission of the Roman Catholic Church, especially in the ten archdiocesan counties of southeastern Wisconsin. It fulfills these objectives by attracting charitable funds, using those resources wisely and efficiently in addressing key concerns of the community, and carrying out the intentions of its donors to affect positive change and growth in programs and projects that further the mission of the Catholic Church.
The Foundation distributes grants focusing on four primary priorities:
Education — Supporting Catholic schools and religious education programs that provide formation in kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Leadership Development — Supporting parishes, schools, and agencies in developing leaders who can engage people in creating shared visions for the future while developing sound strategies and infrastructures to achieve those visions.
Community Building — Supporting initiatives that strengthen families, parishes, and those suffering from poverty, discrimination, and violence.
Health Care — Through a fund established by the St. Anthony Foundation, supporting organizations engaged in providing health care services in the city of Milwaukee, with particular attention given to the central portions of the city formerly served by St. Anthony Hospital.
Grantmaking
In fiscal year 2022/2023, the Foundation distributed $2,181,760 to 129 organizations and programs. Typical grant awards range from $5,600 to $188,926.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation primarily funds organizations in the ten archdiocesan counties of southeastern Wisconsin, with particular emphasis on the Milwaukee area. Grant-making also extends to organizations in New York and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $146,998,542
- Total Revenue: $2,691,077
- Total Expenses: $3,193,445
- Total Liabilities: $90,000,000
The Foundation maintains a strong financial position with a Four-Star rating based on accountability and finance metrics.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $155,560,312 | $146,998,542 | $133,228,934 |
| Revenue | $6,477,116 | $2,691,077 | $6,756,779 |
| Expenses | $3,263,757 | $3,193,445 | $2,969,880 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,628,215 | $1,280,574 | $3,387,065 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Archdiocese of Milwaukee Catholic Commun
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARY ELLEN MARKOWSKI | PRESIDENT | 40 | $208,019 |
| DAVE STRELITZ | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| ANNE TRUNZO | VICE CHAIRPERSON/VICE PRES | 1 | — |
| KATHLEEN HUEVLER | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER BROWN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BARBARA ANNE CUSACK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MATTHEW FAHEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AMY KIISKILA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MADELINE GLASHEEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LISA UY FERNANDEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CAROL MCINERNY | VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER | 1 | — |
| THOMAS NOLTE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KEITH SIERRA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARK ANDRES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MOST REV JAMES SCHUERMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| REV ORIOL REGALES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| PETER KOLESKE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MIKE JOECKEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 637 E Erie Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202-6203
Phone: 414-431-6402
Website: www.legaciesoffaith.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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