Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family
The Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family is a private foundation based in Mequon, Wisconsin. In 2024, it reported giving $415,000 through 12 grants to charitable organizations, including organizations working in animal health and welfare, veterans’ services, family services, and higher education.
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family at a glance
In short: Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family gave $415K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $35K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $415,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- Average grant
- $34,583
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $7,534,120
- +6385.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (60% 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 Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 8121 W Bonniwell Road, Mequon, WI 53097
Phone: (414) 491-3837
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Salvation Army ($120K). Together the top 10 received $390K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 11 grants of 12 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Wisconsin (60%), Virginia (11%), Florida (10%), Colorado (10%), and Oklahoma (7%). The listed grants also included a $10,000 award to SEAL Future Foundation in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
How Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family gives
- In 2024 it paid out 111% 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 12 grants totaling $415K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army Wauwatosa, WI | General Fund | $120,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation Madison, WI | General Fund | $45,000 |
| Morris Animal Foundation Denver, CO | General Fund | $40,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission Milwaukee, WI | General Fund | $35,000 |
| Folds of Honor Owasso, OK | General Fund | $30,000 |
| Ozaukee Family Services Grafton, WI | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee, WI | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation Merrifield, VA | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Jacksonville, FL | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Freedom Alliance Dulles, VA | General Fund | $20,000 |
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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 | $7,534,120 | $7,854,214 | $437,775 | $415,000 | 12 | $426,388 | $499,577 | $383,144 |
| 2023 | $116,174 | $116,174 | — | — | — | — | — | $210 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family reported a distributable amount of $383K 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 organizations with a range of missions. The University of Wisconsin Foundation says its mission is to advance the objectives of the University of Wisconsin–Madison by encouraging alumni, donor, and community engagement and support. Morris Animal Foundation says it works to advance animal health through science and resources, while the Wisconsin Humane Society says it works to make a difference for animals and the people who love them.
Other recipients describe missions that include serving children, families, and seniors (Ozaukee Family Services); supporting the well-being of post-9/11 veterans, service members, and their families (Wounded Warrior Project); honoring military service and supporting troops and scholarships (Freedom Alliance); providing service dogs to veterans (K9s for Warriors); and supporting Navy SEALs’ well-being, education, and careers (SEAL Future Foundation).
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 12 grants totaling $415,000. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $120,000, with a median grant of $25,000. All listed grant purposes were “general fund.”
The largest grants were $120,000 to The Salvation Army in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin; $45,000 to the University of Wisconsin Foundation; $40,000 to Morris Animal Foundation; and $35,000 to Milwaukee Rescue Mission. Other grants included $30,000 to Folds of Honor; $25,000 each to Ozaukee Family Services, Wisconsin Humane Society, Gary Sinise Foundation, and Wounded Warrior Project; $20,000 to Freedom Alliance; $15,000 to K9s for Warriors; and $10,000 to SEAL Future Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Timothy J Speaker, Nancy L Speaker, Jason J Speaker, Lucas T Speaker, Michael E Speaker, and Allison S Palkovic as trustees.
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's 2024 filing lists 6 officers; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Allison S. Palkovic
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jason J. Speaker
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lucas T. Speaker
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael E. Speaker
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy L. Speaker
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Timothy J. Speaker
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "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 Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family
How much does Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family give each year?
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family gave $415K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's typical grant size?
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $34,583, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family give grants?
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family gives mostly in Wisconsin: 60% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Virginia (11%) and Florida (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Milwaukee, WI (2 grants).
Does Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's largest grantees?
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's largest 2024 grantees include Salvation Army ($120,000), University of Wisconsin Foundation ($45,000) and Morris Animal Foundation ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 49% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family?
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family reported $7.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $426K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $383K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations with a range of missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's EIN?
Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-4588360. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Does Timothy and Nancy Speaker Family 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.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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