Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc
Established in 2010, Citizens for a Better Wisconsin, inc. ("cbw") is a state-based independent advocacy organization that conducts public education and grassroots lobbying on the important public policy issues facing Wisconsin. Cbw works to advance better public policies for Wisconsin. To accomplish its social welfare purposes, cbw works to advance public policies that: protect natural resources, improve air quality and promote a better Wisconsin for all Wisconsin residents. Cbw conducts statewide programs to inform the general public about the benefits of better public policies. Cbw also promotes the adoption of better policies by federal, state and local officials.
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc at a glance
In short: Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc gave $97K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $97K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $96,500
- +62.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $96,500
- +62.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $96,500
- Total assets
- $50,104
- -50.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Arizona (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Conservative Action for America Inc ($97K).
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 4 grants of 6 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc gives
- Giving fell 62% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $60K (2024) to $253K (2022). In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $97K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Conservative Action for America Inc Phoenix, AZ | Social Welfare | $96,500 |
Ready to take the next step with Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $50,104 | $355,000 | $405,405 | $96,500 | 1 |
| 2024 | $100,509 | $280,000 | $229,300 | $59,500 | 1 |
| 2023 | $44,809 | $375,000 | $354,462 | $232,578 | 1 |
| 2022 | $24,271 | $300,000 | $373,041 | $253,041 | 2 |
| 2021 | $97,312 | $325,000 | $233,347 | $129,000 | 1 |
| 2020 | $5,655 | $225,000 | $227,164 | $107,000 | 1 |
| 2019 | $7,827 | $225,000 | $230,157 | $110,000 | 1 |
About Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc
Based on IRS filings
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Milwaukee, WI. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $50K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $97K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc is led by Wes Rohan, President & Director since 2022 (on filings since 2019); none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Wes Rohan
President & Director
Vice President, Secretary & Director → President & Director, 2022
On filings since 2019
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nathan Pankratz
Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2019
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brad Johnson
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Clark Scherer (2019–2022) — Former President & Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "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 Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc
How much does Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc give each year?
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc gave $97K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $60K across 1 grant.
How large is Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc?
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc reported $50K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $355K.
What is Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc?
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Milwaukee, WI. It holds $50K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc operate?
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc has awarded grants in Arizona, Wisconsin.
What is Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc's EIN?
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-3052924. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 31, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 26, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS July 13, 2020)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Wisconsin
Natural Resource Development Association Inc
Madison, WI
The Natural Resource Development Association supports policies that lead to proper, necessary, and conscientious resource development and conservation. By engaging community leaders, laborers, manufacturers, and job creators in the legislative and decision-making process, the association will help create an open atmosphere for resource development that is both environmentally sound and economically beneficial for Wisconsin.
Assets
$3K
Grants
1
Total Given
$950K
Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce Inc
Madison, WI
Founded in 1911, our mission is to make Wisconsin the most competitive state in the nation to do business. We are Wisconsin's business voice.
Assets
$9.0M
Grants
2
Total Given
$309K
National Skills Coalition
Washington, DC
National Skills Coalition funds workforce development, skills training, and related policy work through grants to organizations, including state and regional workforce and policy groups. Its 2025 grants were typically $15,000–$25,000, with a median of $25,000, and supported organizations across multiple U.S. states; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$17.2M
Grants
21
Total Given
$515K
Joseph and Vera Zilber Family
Milwaukee, WI
The Joseph and Vera Zilber Family Foundation funds work that expands social and economic opportunity, including economic stability, basic needs, and nonprofit-sector support, primarily in Milwaukee and Oahu, Hawaii. Its 2025 grants had a median size of $7,500, though awards ranged from $250 to $3.5 million. It does not accept unsolicited requests; aligned organizations may introduce their work for consideration, and invited groups receive application instructions.
Assets
$422.3M
Grants
319
Total Given
$18.8M
Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing
Appleton, WI
Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing distributes donor-directed and program donations to a broad range of causes and organizations in local, national, and global communities. Its 2024 grants had a median of $11,520 and ranged from $5,006 to $5 million. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$939.7M
Grants
2,565
Total Given
$84.6M
Alliant Energy Foundation Inc
Madison, WI
Assets
$28.5M
Grants
929
Total Given
$2.4M
More similar funders
More Funders in Wisconsin
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Citizens for a Better Wisconsin Inc down — hundreds of funders to go?