Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc is a public charity based in Cudahy, Wisconsin. It supports families in need by providing free diapers, wipes, and period supplies through local partner agencies rather than directly to families.
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc at a glance
In short: Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc gave $328K across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $21K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $328,391
- +1.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- -15.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $20,524
- +20.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,157
- Total assets
- $1,271,933
- +116.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 4900 S Pennsylvania Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110
Phone: (262) 389-0431
Website: https://milwaukeediapermission.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Nourish MKE ($68K). Together the top 10 received $277K.
Grant Size Distribution
44 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 42 grants of 44 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s mission and website describe service to families in Milwaukee. All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Wisconsin; the listed grantees are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $58K (2021) to $328K (2024). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $328K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nourish MKE Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $68,372 |
| Jewish Community Pantry (A Program of the Harry and Rose Samson Family Jewi Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $44,715 |
| Proveedoras Unidas Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $32,557 |
| Fast Fund Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $28,398 |
| Bay View Community Center Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $21,406 |
| Wellpoint Care Network Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $20,534 |
| Next Door Foundation Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $19,313 |
| Rooted & Rising Washington Park Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $17,162 |
| Metcalfe Park Community Bridges Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $13,152 |
| UWM Food Center and Pantry (A Program of the UWM Foundation) Milwaukee, WI | Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes | $11,551 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,271,933 | $1,284,694 | $804,768 | $328,391 | 16 | $2,686 |
| 2023 | $587,660 | $786,667 | $673,456 | $323,054 | 19 | $46 |
| 2022 | $509,235 | $614,339 | $368,221 | $102,892 | 6 | — |
| 2021 | $166,576 | $279,507 | $161,678 | $57,826 | 3 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to provide families in Milwaukee with a reliable source of free diapers, wipes, and period supplies through a bank distribution model. It also provides reusable hygiene products and emphasizes dignity of choice. Its partner agencies include food pantries, home-visiting agencies, birthworkers, medical clinics, domestic violence and homeless shelters, and organizations supporting immigrants and refugees.
In 2024, the organization reported distributing disposable diapers and baby wipes to partner agencies, as well as disposable period products. It also distributed cloth diapers, cloth pads, menstrual cups, and period underwear, and held cloth diaper classes.
Its 2024 grants included Nourish MKE, Jewish Community Pantry, Proveedoras Unidas, Fast Fund, Bay View Community Center, Wellpoint Care Network, Next Door Foundation, Rooted & Rising Washington Park, Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, UWM Food Center and Pantry, Findley Foundation, and Muskego Way Forward. The filing lists diapers, period products, and boxes of wipes as the purpose of the grants. Among these grantees, Wellpoint Care Network describes its mission as facilitating equity, learning, healing, and wellness by restoring connections that help children and families thrive. Next Door Foundation says it supports children’s intellectual, physical, and emotional development in partnership with families. Metcalfe Park Community Bridges describes work to build a safe, connected neighborhood with access to educational and economic opportunities. Findley Foundation describes integrated health, mental health, educational, and vocational services. Penfield Children’s Center, which also received a grant, says it helps infants and young children of all abilities reach their potential through education, therapy, and family programs.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, Milwaukee Diaper Mission reported 16 grants totaling $328,391. Grants ranged from $5,428 to $68,372, with a median of $15,157. The largest listed awards were $68,372 to Nourish MKE, $44,715 to Jewish Community Pantry, $32,557 to Proveedoras Unidas, $28,398 to Fast Fund, and $21,406 to Bay View Community Center. The filing lists diapers, period products, and boxes of wipes as the purpose of these grants.
The website describes a partner-based distribution model: local agencies distribute supplies to families, and people seeking diapers or period products are directed to partner organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Travis Trott as president, Nydia Mauras Jones as vice president, Amanda Aliperta as secretary, and Shelby Netz as treasurer. Directors listed include Jenni Stanton, Katrina McNamara, Summer Murshid, Allison Simmons, Mariah Riddlesprigger, and Alyssa Farmer. The filing notes end dates during 2024 for Stanton, McNamara, and Farmer.
The website identifies Meagan Johnson as founder and executive director.
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc is led by Meagan Johnson, Executive Director since 2022 (on filings since 2021); 1 of 13 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Meagan Johnson
Executive Director
President → Executive Director, 2022
On filings since 2021
50 hrs/week
$69K (2022) → $84K (2024)
Travis Trott
President
Director → President, 2023
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Allison Simmons
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alyssa Farmer
Director -
President → Past President, 2023
Past President → Director -, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jenni Stanton
Director -
Vice President → Director, 2023
Director → Director -, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Katrina McNamara
Director - Though
Director → Director - Though, 2024
On filings since 2021
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Summer Murshid
Director
Secretary → Director, 2023
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mariah Riddlesprigger
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maggie Corry
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nadiyah Groves
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nydia Mauras Jones
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shelby Netz
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Amanda Aliperta
Secretary
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Stephanie Conner (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Megan Schwan (2021) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $84K, to Meagan Johnson (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc
How much does Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc give each year?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc gave $328K across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $323K across 19 grants.
What is Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's typical grant size?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's median grant in 2024 was $15,157, and its average grant was $20,524, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc give grants?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc gives mostly in Wisconsin: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Milwaukee, WI (16 grants).
Does Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Diapers, Period Products, Boxes of Wipes" (16 grants).
Who are Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's largest grantees?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Nourish MKE ($68,372), Jewish Community Pantry (A Program of the Harry and Rose Samson Family Jewi ($44,715) and Proveedoras Unidas ($32,557), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 44% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc reported $1.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.3M.
What does Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to provide families in Milwaukee with a reliable source of free diapers, wipes, and period supplies through a bank distribution model. It also provides reusable hygiene products and emphasizes dignity of choice. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check milwaukeediapermission.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's EIN?
Milwaukee Diaper Mission Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-2354816. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 23, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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