E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua
E W Hallett Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, established in 1985. The trust operates as a philanthropic organization dedicated to strengthening communities through financial support to nonprofit organizations.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$514K
-15.1% YoY
Grant Count
14
-22.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$37K
+9.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The mission of the Hallett Charitable Trusts is to strengthen the Cuyuna Lakes Area and designated nonprofit organizations through financial support, as well as maintaining the Hallett Charitable Trusts as a financial resource for future generations.
The trust has supported the Cuyuna Lakes Area for over 30 years with grants in the following focus areas:
- Education
- Community projects
- Youth programs
- Social services
- Economic development
- Arts
- Senior services
- Children and youth
- Adults
- Information and communications
- Libraries
- Community and economic development
- Human services
Grantmaking
Grant applications must be submitted through an online portal and filed by September 1 of each year to be considered before the end of the fiscal year. The trust's fiscal year ends on November 30.
Grant Range
$7,000–$200,468
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The trust operates primarily in the following states:
- Colorado
- District of Columbia
- Michigan
- Minnesota
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $12.3 million
- Total Annual Giving: $477,000–$514,000
- Annual Revenue: approximately $2.76 million
- Annual Expenses: approximately $825,000
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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
93 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include City of Crosby ($200,468), Crosby Ironton School District ($85,000), Cuyuna Range Youth Center ($51,300).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MINNESOTA COUNCIL ON FOUNDATIONS AITKIN, MN | GENERAL OPERATING | $2,750 |
| CUYUNA RANGE YOUTH CENTER CROSBY, MN | BUILDING RENO, GIVE TO THE | $51,300 |
| CITY OF CROSBY CROSBY, MN | LIBRARY, COMMUNITY CTR, GEN | $200,468 |
| HALLETT COMMUNITY CENTER FOUNDATION CROSBY, MN | YEAR END APPEAL MATCH | $10,000 |
| LAKES AREA INTERFAITH CAREGIVERS BAXTER, MN | GENERAL OPERATING | $13,000 |
| ACCESS NORTH BRAINERD, MN | GENERAL OPERATING | $20,000 |
| CROSBY IRONTON SCHOOL DISTRICT CROSBY, MN | LIGHTING UPGRADES AND | $85,000 |
| LAKES AREA MUSIC FESTIVAL BRAINERD, MN | GENERAL OPERATING | $18,000 |
| LAKES AREA RESTORATIVE - JUSTICE PROJECT BRAINERD, MN | GENERAL OPERATING | $11,000 |
| ADVOCATES AGAINST DOMESTIC ABUSE AITKIN, MN | GENERAL OPERATING | $40,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The trust is managed by U.S. Bank N.A. as the corporate trustee, along with co-trustees:
- Kirk Springsted
- Desiree Parker
- Margaret Poley
- Paul Justin Schliesman
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| U S BANK N A | CORPORATE TRUSTEE | 8 | $90,033 |
| KIRK SPRINGSTED | CO-TRUSTEE | 4 | $12,500 |
| DESIREE PARKER | CO-TRUSTEE | 4 | $12,500 |
| MARGARET POLEY | CO-TRUSTEE | 4 | $12,500 |
| PAUL JUSTIN SCHLIESMAN | CO-TRUSTEE | 4 | $12,500 |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The trust has awarded an average of $1 million annually over the past three years. The trust prioritizes local initiatives that promote equity, diversity, and inclusivity, ensuring a lasting impact on the community's educational, health, and cultural opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua fund?
The mission of the Hallett Charitable Trusts is to strengthen the Cuyuna Lakes Area and designated nonprofit organizations through financial support, as well as maintaining the Hallett Charitable Trusts as a financial resource for future generations. The trust has supported the Cuyuna Lakes Area for over 30 years with grants in the following focus areas: • Education • Community projects • Youth programs • Social services • Economic development • Arts • Senior services • Children and youth • Adu…
How do I apply for a grant from E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua?
**Grant Amounts & Activity:** • Total annual giving: approximately $477,000–$514,000 • Number of grants: 16–22 annually • Median grant amount: $15,000–$20,000 • Grant range: $7,000–$200,468 • Giving rate: 3.9% of assets **Application Process:** Grant applications must be submitted through an online portal and filed by September 1 of each year to be considered before the end of the fiscal year. The trust's fiscal year ends on November 30. The Board of Trustees reviews the majority of grant appli…
Where does E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua make grants?
The trust operates primarily in the following states: • Colorado • District of Columbia • Michigan • Minnesota
What size grants does E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua award?
In 2024, E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua awarded 14 grants totaling $514K — an average of about $37K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua's EIN?
E W Hallett Charitable Tr Ua's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-6261160. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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