United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc
Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant and resilient neighborhood by fostering connections, nuturing local talent, and empowering every member to contribute to the growth and well-being of our community. At rooted & rising, we envision a neighborhood where every resident is deeply connected to the community, where our shared roots run deep, and where together we meet the community at the level of their needs. Only then can we rise to meet the challenges and opportunities of our ever-changing neighborhood and world.
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc at a glance
In short: United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc gave $311K across 9 grants in 2024 (avg $35K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $310,966
- +39.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 9
- +12.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $34,552
- +24.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $31,168
- Total assets
- $7,034,974
- +79.2% 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 United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Sherman Park Community Association Inc ($51K). Together the top 9 received $311K.
Grant Size Distribution
25 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 21 grants of 25 (84%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 9 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $223K (2023) to $311K (2024). In 2024 it made 9 grants totaling $311K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sherman Park Community Association Inc Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $51,284 |
| Via CDC Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $41,288 |
| Riverworks Development Corporation Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $38,876 |
| Near West Side Partners Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $35,944 |
| Dominican Center for Women Inc Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $31,168 |
| Southside Organizing Committee Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $29,000 |
| Walnut Way Conservation Corp Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $28,636 |
| Milwaukee Christian Center Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $28,422 |
| Clarke Square Neighborhood Initiative Milwaukee, WI | Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement | $26,348 |
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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 | $7,034,974 | $4,774,552 | $2,378,939 | $310,966 | 9 | $6,561 |
| 2023 | $3,924,862 | $2,628,323 | $2,143,093 | $223,000 | 8 | $17,590 |
| 2022 | $3,385,102 | $2,416,142 | $1,770,014 | $283,800 | 8 | $21,445 |
| 2021 | $2,589,227 | $1,354,160 | $1,088,392 | — | — | $33,476 |
| 2020 | $2,465,916 | $949,633 | $927,539 | — | — | $-2,869 |
About United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc
Based on IRS filings
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Milwaukee, WI. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $7.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 9 grants totaling $311K. Net investment income was $7K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc is led by William Schmitt, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 1 of 14 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
William Schmitt
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$82K (2020) → $96K (2024)
Bess Earl
President
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Darryl Davidson
Board Member
Vice President & Board Member → Board Member, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gwendolyn Johnson
Vice President
Board Member → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Victoria Pryor
Treasurer
Vice President → President, 2023
President → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anthony Kazee
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lamont Davis
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tina Itson
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carrie Vanderford Sanders
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kris Androsky
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan Campbell
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chelsie Mason
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cordella Jones
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Heidi Loomis
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (12)
- Former: Ellen Rasmussen (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: John Grisson (2020–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Monique Graham (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Earl Bess (2021–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Jamilah Monroe (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Kevin Stewart (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Wayne Foster (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Gerry Harrison (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Jacquelyn Rice (2020) — President
- Former: Patricia Shirley (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Vaun Mayes (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Vivian Mays (2020) — Board Member
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $96K, to William Schmitt (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc
How much does United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc give each year?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc gave $311K across 9 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $223K across 8 grants.
What is United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's typical grant size?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's median grant in 2024 was $31,168, and its average grant was $34,552, across 9 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc give grants?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin 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 (9 grants).
Does United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 9 grants with a stated purpose on United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Ron Coalition Partnership Agreement" (9 grants).
Who are United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's largest grantees?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Sherman Park Community Association Inc ($51,284), Via CDC ($41,288) and Riverworks Development Corporation ($38,876), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 42% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc reported $7.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.8M.
What is United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Milwaukee, WI. It holds $7.0M in total assets as of 2024.
What is United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's EIN?
United Methodist Children's Services of Wisconsin Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-1030611. 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
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 25, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 20, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 24, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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