Pare Foundation Inc
Pare Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including organizations serving animals, people experiencing hunger, education, and children with cancer.
Pare Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Pare Foundation Inc gave $17K across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $1K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $16,850
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- Average grant
- $1,296
- Median grant
- $1,100
- Total assets
- $498,600
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (79% 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 Pare Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 731 North Jackson Street 900, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 271-2424
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pare Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wisconsin Humane Society ($2K). Together the top 10 received $14K.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 13 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 79% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wisconsin, 12% to recipients in Illinois, and 9% to recipients in Tennessee.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
How Pare Foundation Inc gives
- In 2024 it paid out 134% 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
In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $17K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee, WI | General Purpose | $2,250 |
| Alzheimer Association Milwaukee, WI | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| Just One More Ministry Glendale, WI | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission West Milwaukee, WI | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army Milwaukee, WI | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| St Marcus School Milwaukee, WI | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| Impact 100 Greater Milwaukee Brookfield, WI | General Purpose | $1,100 |
| Emden Historical Society Emden, IL | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Evans Scholars Glenview, IL | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission Milwaukee, WI | General Purpose | $1,000 |
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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 | $498,600 | $4,273 | $29,338 | $16,850 | 13 | $29,318 | $4,273 | $21,806 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pare Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $22K 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 2024 grants included support for the Wisconsin Humane Society, whose stated mission is to make a difference for animals and the people who love them. Just One More Ministry describes itself as a faith-based organization providing meals and service to people facing hunger and other challenges. Impact100 Greater Milwaukee says it pools members’ donations to award grants to nonprofit organizations. Special Spaces says its mission is to provide dream bedrooms for children with cancer.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $16,850. Grant amounts ranged from $750 to $2,250, with a median of $1,100.
Among the reported grants were $2,250 to Wisconsin Humane Society; $2,000 to Alzheimer Association; $1,500 each to Just One More Ministry, Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission, Salvation Army, and St Marcus School; and $1,100 to Impact100 Greater Milwaukee.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Pamela Erkert as president, Randall Erkert as vice president/treasurer, and John Devine as secretary.
Pare Foundation Inc is led by Pamela Erkert, President on the 2024 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Pamela Erkert
President
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Devine
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randall Erkert
Vice President & Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 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 Pare Foundation Inc
How much does Pare Foundation Inc give each year?
Pare Foundation Inc gave $17K across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Pare Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Pare Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,100, and its average grant was $1,296, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Pare Foundation Inc give grants?
Pare Foundation Inc gives mostly in Wisconsin: 79% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Illinois (12%) and Tennessee (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Milwaukee, WI (5 grants).
Does Pare Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Pare Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (13 of 13) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Pare Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Pare Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Wisconsin Humane Society ($2,250), Alzheimer Association ($2,000) and Just One More Ministry ($1,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 34% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Pare Foundation Inc?
Pare Foundation Inc reported $499K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $29K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $22K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Pare Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for the Wisconsin Humane Society, whose stated mission is to make a difference for animals and the people who love them. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pare Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Pare Foundation Inc's EIN?
Pare Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3967234. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024.
Does Pare Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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