Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation
The Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation is a private foundation based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Its 2024 grants supported organizations including churches, an arts center, education and library organizations, and nonprofits providing community services.
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation at a glance
In short: Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation gave $139K across 51 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $138,720
- +102.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 51
- +5000.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,720
- -96.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $300
- Total assets
- $613,496
- -21.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (98% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation
- How to Apply
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The filing lists Mary Jo Testwuide as the contact. Applicants should make an initial approach by letter and submit one copy of a proposal. The organization must be exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- Contact
Application contact: Maryjo Testwuide
Mailing address: 1236 Riverview Dr, Sheboygan, WI 43083
Phone: (920) 458-4178
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Grace Episcopal Church ($42K across 4 grants). Together the top 10 received $128K.
Grant Size Distribution
55 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 51 grants of 55 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wisconsin. The filing reports 1% for Illinois and 0% each for Minnesota, New York, and Indiana; these figures may reflect rounding.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 51 itemized grants.
Cities
How Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation gives
- Giving grew 97% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 204% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $67K (2022) to $139K (2024). In 2024 it made 51 grants totaling $139K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Name Church Sheboygan, WI | Religious Purpose | $35,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church Sheboygan, WI | Religious Purpose | $35,000 |
| John Michael Kohler Art Cent Sheboygan, WI | To generate a creative exchange between artists and the public, promoting understanding and appreciation of self-taught and contemporary artists. | $25,000 |
| Trinity Woods Catholic Retreat Center Trego, WI | Religious Purpose | $5,000 |
| Love One Another Sheboygan Falls, WI | Dedicated to helping those in need, particularly the homeless and individuals struggling with drug addiction, by providing nutritious meals and support | $5,000 |
| Sharon Richardson Hospice Sheboygan Falls, WI | Provides Assistance to Those at End of Life | $5,000 |
| Holy Name Congregation Sheboygan, WI | Religious Purpose | $5,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church Sheboygan, WI | Religious Purpose | $4,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church Sheboygan, WI | Religious Purpose | $2,000 |
| Sheboygan Public Educational Foundation Sheboygan, WI | To enhance the educational opportunities for students by providing support for high quality facilities and programs that are not covered by the school budget | $2,000 |
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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 | $613,496 | $-18,275 | $141,655 | $138,720 | 51 | $139,220 | $44,419 | $68,191 |
| 2023 | $777,934 | $88,320 | $69,966 | $68,497 | 1 | $69,397 | $87,751 | $63,155 |
| 2022 | $764,125 | $40,613 | $68,334 | $67,065 | 1 | $67,865 | $40,901 | $65,820 |
| 2021 | $797,866 | $29,285 | $71,582 | $70,515 | 1 | $71,285 | $33,744 | $66,984 |
| 2020 | $806,927 | $14,713 | $69,352 | $68,390 | 1 | — | $21,358 | $60,372 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation reported a distributable amount of $68K 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 grants show support for religious organizations, arts and culture, education, libraries, and community services. For example, the John Michael Kohler Arts Center describes its mission as generating a creative exchange between artists and the public. The Sheboygan Public Education Foundation says it raises contributions for high-quality facilities and programs that are not supported by the school budget. Safe Harbor of Sheboygan County describes its work as supporting people impacted by domestic and sexual violence through services, education, and violence prevention.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 51 grants totaling $138,720. The median grant was $300, with awards ranging from $15 to $35,000. The largest awards included $35,000 each to Holy Name Church and Grace Episcopal Church, and $25,000 to the John Michael Kohler Art Center. Other reported awards included $5,000 each to Trinity Woods Catholic Retreat Center, Love One Another, Sharon Richardson Hospice, and Holy Name Congregation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Konrad C. Testwuide as president, treasurer, and director; Mary C. Testwuide as vice president, secretary, and director; and James A. Testwuide and Laura T. Liebel as directors.
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation is led by Konrad C. Testwuide, President, Treasurer & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Konrad C. Testwuide
President, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James A. Testwuide
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Laura T. Liebel
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary C. Testwuide
Vice President, Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
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 Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation
How much does Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation give each year?
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation gave $139K across 51 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $68K across 1 grant.
What is Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's typical grant size?
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $300, and its average grant was $2,720, across 51 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation give grants?
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation gives mostly in Wisconsin: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Sheboygan, WI (27 grants), Sheboygan Falls, WI (5 grants), Stillwater, MN (3 grants) and Hales Corners, WI (3 grants).
Does Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 51 grants with a stated purpose on Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Religious Purpose" (25 grants).
Who are Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's largest grantees?
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Grace Episcopal Church ($42,000 across 4 grants), Holy Name Church ($35,800 across 3 grants) and John Michael Kohler Art Cent ($25,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 74% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation?
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation reported $613K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $139K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $68K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants show support for religious organizations, arts and culture, education, libraries, and community services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation?
The filing lists Mary Jo Testwuide as the contact. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's EIN?
Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-1915639. 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.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 14, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 11, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 30, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Konrad & Mary Jo Testwuide Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/konrad-and-mary-jo-testwuide-foundation-morg_2e1b9f4c26514bcfa3b366177a6742a7
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