Harvey Nelson Char Tr

Community Foundation of

Wausau, WI

The foundation funds community projects and programs, including arts, education, health and human services, resource preservation, parks and recreation, and scholarships, with a focus on the greater Wausau area and Marathon County. Its Impact Grants offer $1,000–$100,000; across its 2024 grants, the median award was $14,800. It accepts applications through specific grant programs, but the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Ba & Esther Greenheck Foundation

Wausau, WI

The BA & Esther Greenheck Foundation funds projects in the arts, education, health, and economic and social development, generally in North Central or Central Wisconsin. Its 2024 grants ranged from $500 to $334,000, with a median of $15,000; it accepts applications through an online process, with monthly deadlines for requests under $5,000 and six application rounds a year for larger requests.

Victor & Helen Geisel Foundation

Wausau, WI

Sonnentag American Foundation Inc

Marathon, WI

The foundation supports hunger and homelessness services, veterans, survivors of sexual abuse and domestic assault, mentoring and skills-building, and other community-strengthening projects, particularly in cities and surrounding communities where County Materials companies have facilities. In 2024, grants ranged from $100 to $56,000, with a median award of $5,000. It accepts community and charitable requests through a Donation Request form.

Judd S Alexander Foundation

Wausau, WI

The Judd S. Alexander Foundation supports economic development, arts and culture, education, recreation, and youth, children, and human services, generally for projects benefiting Marathon County residents. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $750,000, with a median of $18,500. It accepts unsolicited proposals year-round from eligible nonprofits.

Green Bay Packers Foundation

Green Bay, WI

The Green Bay Packers Foundation funds Wisconsin charities working in areas such as families, athletics, children’s safety and education, animal welfare, and other focus areas that vary by year. Its 2026 announcement describes typical awards of $3,000–$8,000, though some grants are larger; it accepts online applications during its stated cycle, February 2–April 1, 2026.

Dudley Foundation Inc

Wausau, WI

The Dudley Foundation supports community development and programs that enrich lives, including arts and culture, education, youth, and community services, prioritizing Wausau, then Marathon County and Wisconsin; it says it does not fund requests outside Wisconsin. Its application guidance describes grants of $1,000–$25,000, with a 2025 median award of $5,000, and it accepts applications from eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits through its website on quarterly deadlines; applicants seeking $10,000 or more should contact the foundation before applying.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital Inc

Wausau, WI

We heal people, promote health, and strengthen communities.

Bell Family Charitable Foundation I

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

The foundation supports health care, community facilities, arts, youth services, mental health, education, and scholarships, primarily in Wisconsin. In 2025, it made 37 grants ranging from $500 to $200,000, with a median grant of $5,000; it gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Dan Storey Foundation Inc

Wausau, WI

Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc

Milwaukee, WI

This Milwaukee-based private foundation, established by former U.S. Senator and Milwaukee Bucks owner Herbert Kohl, distributes approximately $14 million annually across an average grant size of $55,000 to support education, youth services, health, arts, and community development. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Washington, D.C., with particular emphasis on Milwaukee and Wisconsin communities. Grant seekers can explore opportunities through the Herb Kohl Philanthropies Homegrown Grants program and other initiatives focused on youth development and thriving communities.

Henry L Guenther Foundation

Seal Beach, CA

The Henry L. Guenther Foundation funds charitable services that improve human welfare, including medical care, youth opportunities, education, housing, and humanitarian projects. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,000 to $500,000, with a median of $25,000, and primarily benefit California residents, especially in Southern California. It accepts online applications from qualified charitable organizations serving Californians; individuals cannot apply.