US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc
U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) is a nonprofit, nationwide trade association based in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. Its 2024 IRS filing identifies it as a public charity. USLGE brings together U.S. livestock organizations and represents international marketing interests across dairy, beef, swine, horse, goat, and sheep breeding, as well as embryo, semen, livestock export, and state agriculture sectors.
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc at a glance
In short: US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc gave $1.7M across 31 grants in 2024 (avg $54K), top state Texas. 10% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,662,688
- -3.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 31
- -11.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $53,635
- +8.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $21,712
- Total assets
- $620,481
- +12.4% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (3 of 31, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Texas (44% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc
- How to Apply
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For the MAP branded program, interested parties should request a current application and program guidelines from USLGE. The program is for eligible participants and is subject to available funding, timing, and program requirements.
- Contact
Mailing address: 522 Springdale Street 102, Mount Horeb, WI 53572
Phone: (608) 437-2020
Website: https://uslge.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was American Paint Horse Association ($329K). Together the top 10 received $1.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
160 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 120 grants of 160 (75%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
USLGE describes its work as international, serving world markets for U.S. livestock genetics. Among its 2024 grant dollars, the largest recipient-state shares were Texas (44%), Illinois (16%), Kentucky (10%), California (6%), and Missouri (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 31 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $39K; repeat grants $55K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $22K repeat.
- 84% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.2M (2021, 15 months) to $1.7M (2023). In 2024 it made 31 grants totaling $1.7M.
*2021: Covers 15 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Paint Horse Association Fort Worth, TX | Market Development | $328,788 |
| American Quarter Horse Association Amarillo, TX | Market Development | $216,156 |
| American Embryo Transfer Association Champaign, IL | Market Development | $206,718 |
| Kentucky Thoroughbred Association Lexington, KY | Market Development | $162,971 |
| World Wide Series Visalia, CA | Market Development | $102,052 |
| Beefmaster Breeders United San Antonio, TX | Market Development | $79,377 |
| International Brangus Breeders Association San Antonio, TX | Market Development | $67,580 |
| National Association of Animal Breeders Columbia, MO | Market Development | $60,453 |
| Illinois Department of Agriculture Springfield, IL | Market Development | $41,176 |
| Kansas Department of Agriculture Manhattan, KS | Market Development | $40,531 |
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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 | $620,481 | $2,881,724 | $2,943,312 | $1,662,688 | 31 | $12,057 |
| 2023 | $552,216 | $3,022,303 | $3,091,758 | $1,726,613 | 35 | $1,960 |
| 2022 | $584,809 | $2,598,347 | $2,626,713 | $1,463,652 | 33 | $7,549 |
| 2021* | $553,709 | $2,550,381 | $2,628,095 | $1,163,270 | 24 | $870 |
| 2020 | $617,567 | $3,655,249 | $3,498,464 | $1,643,634 | 37 | $1,928 |
| 2019 | $473,415 | $3,005,002 | $2,767,987 | $1,602,352 | 40 | $3,556 |
*2021: Covers 15 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
USLGE’s filing states that it administers and operates foreign market development and market access activities authorized by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service and the Commodity Credit Corporation. It describes its program as combining and coordinating those activities for livestock genetics to improve efficiency and effectiveness on behalf of farmers and ranchers. USLGE’s website also describes its work as matching international producers with U.S. sources of livestock genetics and providing access to related technology and services.
The 2024 grants supported organizations involved in breed promotion, livestock genetics, and agricultural market development. For example, the American Paint Horse Association describes its mission as recording and preserving Paint Horse pedigrees and promoting the breed. The American Quarter Horse Association says it works to preserve the breed’s pedigree and integrity, protect its welfare, and promote its versatility. The American Embryo Transfer Association describes work to unite and represent organizations and individuals in the embryo transfer industry and promote the science of embryo transfer. The Brown Swiss Cattle Breeders’ organization says it provides education, promotion, registration, and performance accreditation for the breed.
Grantmaking
In 2024, USLGE reported 31 grants totaling $1,662,688. Grant amounts ranged from $5,587 to $328,788, with a median of $21,712. The largest awards included $328,788 to the American Paint Horse Association for market development, $216,156 to the American Quarter Horse Association for market development, $206,718 to the American Embryo Transfer Association for market development, and $162,971 to the Kentucky Thoroughbred Association for market development. Other large awards included $102,052 to World Wide Series, $79,377 to Beefmaster Breeders United, and $67,580 to the International Brangus Breeders Association, each for market development.
USLGE’s filing says it monitors grant funds expended by members and reimburses costs under grant agreements. Funds are not disbursed until required reports and supporting documentation are submitted. Its website describes the MAP branded program as providing eligible participants partial reimbursement, up to 50%, for approved international promotional activities, such as advertising, promotional materials, and foreign trade shows. MAP funds cannot be used for travel or personnel reimbursement, and an administrative fee applies. The program guidelines state that MAP funds supplement, rather than replace, private or third-party funds.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David Hobbs as chair, Irene Stamatelakys as vice-chair, Bobby Dowson as third member, and Martin Sieber as president and CEO. Directors listed were Chip McGaughey, Greg Lavan, Nate Dorshorst, Jackie Atkins, Tony Evangelo, and Jordan Schlake.
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc is led by Martin Sieber, President & CEO since 2024 (on filings since 2019); 1 of 10 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Martin Sieber
President & CEO
President, Secretary & Treasurer → President & CEO, 2024
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$100K (2019) → $140K (2024)
David Hobbs
Chair
Director → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chip McGaughey
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Greg Lavan
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nate Dorshorst
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jackie Atkins
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jordan Schlake
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tony Evangelo
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bobby Dowson
3rd Member
Director → 3rd Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Irene Stamatelakys
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (15)
- Former: Jeremy Howard (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Luke Bowman (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Jason Fearneyhough (2023) — Director
- Former: Becky Payne (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Jon Garza (2020–2022) — Vice Chair
- Former: Wayne Hipsley (2020–2022) — Chair
- Former: Weston Merrill (2022) — Director
- Former: Billy Smith (2019–2021) — Chair
- Former: Jay Weiker (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Juan Sanchez (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Suzanne Ryan-Numrich (2019–2021) — Vice Chair
- Former: Doug Newcom (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Tony Clayton (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Carl Kent (2019) — Director
- Former: Darrel Degrofft (2019) — Chair
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 $140K, to Martin Sieber (President/CEO).
Frequently asked questions about US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc
How much does US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc give each year?
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc gave $1.7M across 31 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.7M across 35 grants.
What is US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's typical grant size?
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's median grant in 2024 was $21,712, and its average grant was $53,635, across 31 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc that year got $39K on average.
Where does US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc give grants?
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's top state is Texas, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Illinois (16%) and Kentucky (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Antonio, TX (2 grants).
Does US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 31 grants with a stated purpose on US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Market Development" (31 grants).
Who are US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's largest grantees?
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's largest 2024 grantees include American Paint Horse Association ($328,788), American Quarter Horse Association ($216,156) and American Embryo Transfer Association ($206,718), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 45% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc?
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc reported $620K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.9M.
What does US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc fund?
USLGE’s filing states that it administers and operates foreign market development and market access activities authorized by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service and the Commodity Credit Corporation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc?
For the MAP branded program, interested parties should request a current application and program guidelines from USLGE. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's EIN?
US Livestock Genetics Exports Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-1675167. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 11, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS February 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 21, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 6, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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