Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation
The Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Its 2023 filing reports grants to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association, each for general operating support.
Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation gave $11K across 2 grants in 2023 (avg $6K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $11,252
- -99.5% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 2
- -97.8% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $5,626
- -79.5% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $5,626
- Total assets
- $1,248
- -95.6% vs 2022
- Primary geography
- Georgia (50% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. The filing directs prospective applicants to contact ENA Licina for application materials, deadlines, and award restrictions.
- Contact
Application contact: Ena Licina
Mailing address: 2300 W Sahara Ave Ste 200, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Phone: (702) 251-1649
Website: https://graef-usa.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was American Cancer Society ($6K). Together the top 2 received $11K.
Grant Size Distribution
126 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 109 grants of 126 (87%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The two grants reported for 2023 went to recipients in Georgia and Texas, with each state accounting for 50% of grant dollars.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation gives
- Giving fell 89% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above 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 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $11K (2023) to $2.4M (2022). In 2023 it made 2 grants totaling $11K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society Kennesaw, GA | General Operating | $5,626 |
| American Heart Association Dallas, TX | General Operating | $5,626 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,248 | $-461 | $26,532 | $11,252 | 2 | $14,265 | $583 | $695 |
| 2022 | $28,245 | $968,233 | $2,476,250 | $2,440,010 | 89 | $2,458,956 | $952,457 | $70,346 |
| 2021 | $1,536,256 | $92,495 | $131,157 | $100,000 | 20 | $108,203 | $69,772 | $129,193 |
| 2020 | $1,574,942 | $22,665 | $128,897 | $100,000 | 15 | — | $30,443 | $109,868 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $695 for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported two grants totaling $11,252. Each grant was $5,626. The American Cancer Society in Georgia received $5,626 for general operating support, as did the American Heart Association in Texas.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Scott A. Graef as President; Mark Graef as Secretary; Peggy Graef as Co-Trustee; Catherine M. Prest as Treasurer; Brian A. Graef as Director; and U.S. Bank N.A. as Trustee.
Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation is led by Scott A. Graef, President on every filing since 2022; 1 of 6 officers listed in 2023 is compensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Scott A. Graef
President
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$595 (2022) → $0 (2023)
Brian A. Graef
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$595 (2020) → $0 (2023)
Peggy Graef
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$595 (2020) → $0 (2023)
US Bank NA
Trustee
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
$13 (2023)
Catherine M. Prest
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$595 (2020) → $0 (2023)
Mark Graef
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$595 (2020) → $0 (2023)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Dwight A. Graef (2020–2021) — President
- Former: Michelle Stacherski (2020–2021) — Dircetor
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $13, to US Bank NA (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation
How much does Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation give each year?
Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation gave $11K across 2 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $2.4M across 89 grants.
How large is Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation?
Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation reported $1K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $14K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $695 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
How do I apply for a grant from Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation?
The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation make grants?
The two grants reported for 2023 went to recipients in Georgia and Texas, with each state accounting for 50% of grant dollars.
What is Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation's EIN?
Rodger and Kate Graef Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-0485247. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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