The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage
Engage in and conduct charitable activities for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to assist in carrying out the charitable purposes of the kohler public school district and the john michael kohler arts center, inc. Including distributing net income to said supported organizations.
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage at a glance
In short: The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage gave $825K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $412K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $824,796
- +81.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $412,398
- +81.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $412,398
- Total assets
- $1,239,859
- +14.3% 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.
Who The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Kohler Public School District ($700K). Together the top 2 received $825K.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 3 grants of 10 (30%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage gives
- Giving grew 221% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 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 $257K (2021) to $825K (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $825K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kohler Public School District Kohler, WI | Information technology, technology education, facilities & grounds, staff retention, teacher development and community fitness center. | $700,000 |
| John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc Milwaukee, WI | General Operating | $124,796 |
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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 | $1,239,859 | $872,586 | $827,984 | $824,796 | 2 | $872,586 |
| 2023 | $1,084,863 | $512,732 | $456,507 | $453,776 | 2 | $512,732 |
| 2022 | $929,268 | $448,535 | $385,221 | $382,493 | 2 | $448,535 |
| 2021 | $1,041,801 | $401,111 | $260,036 | $257,290 | 2 | $401,111 |
| 2020 | $901,870 | $217,353 | $272,787 | $269,831 | 2 | $217,353 |
About The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage
Based on IRS filings
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage is a public charity focused on Education, based in Kohler, WI. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.2M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $825K. Net investment income was $873K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage's 2024 filing lists 5 officers; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lisa Greene
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maeve Quinn
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura Kohler
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nina Kohler
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Natasha Rowell
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Matt Kautzer (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Herbert V. Kohler Jr. (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Natalie A. Black (2020–2021) — Trustee
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 The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage
How much does The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage give each year?
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage gave $825K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $454K across 2 grants.
How large is The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage?
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage reported $1.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $873K.
What is The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage?
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage is a public charity focused on Education, based in Kohler, WI. It holds $1.2M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage operate?
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage has awarded grants in Wisconsin.
What is The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage's EIN?
The Frederic and Herb Kohler Trust for Education Advantage's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 32-6402420. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 26, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 23, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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