W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne is a private foundation based in Monona, Wisconsin. Its 2025 filing reports grants to charitable organizations in Wisconsin and Virginia, all designated for general support.
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne at a glance
In short: W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne gave $79K across 10 grants in 2025 (avg $8K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $78,920
- Grants made (2025)
- 10
- Average grant
- $7,892
- Median grant
- $7,892
- Total assets
- $733,247
- -4.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (60% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4031 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716
Phone: (608) 622-8185
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Friends of San Damiano Inc ($16K across 2 grants). Together the top 5 received $79K.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 10 grants of 10 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 60% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wisconsin and 40% to recipients in Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne gives
- In 2025 it paid out 188% 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 2025 it made 10 grants totaling $79K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of San Damiano Inc Monona, WI | General Support | $8,000 |
| Friends of PBS Wisconsin Inc Madison, WI | General Support | $8,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VA | General Support | $8,000 |
| Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Inc Madison, WI | General Support | $8,000 |
| The Salvation Army Alexandria, VA | General Support | $8,000 |
| Friends of San Damiano Inc Monona, WI | General Support | $7,784 |
| Friends of PBS Wisconsin Inc Madison, WI | General Support | $7,784 |
| The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VA | General Support | $7,784 |
| Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Inc Madison, WI | General Support | $7,784 |
| The Salvation Army Alexandria, VA | General Support | $7,784 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $733,247 | $56,075 | $97,939 | $78,920 | 10 | $78,920 | $37,056 | $41,872 |
| 2024 | $763,605 | $30,779 | $10,683 | — | — | — | $20,096 | $38,919 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne reported a distributable amount of $42K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available grant records show support for organizations involved in broadcasting, music, conservation, and property education and conservation. Friends of PBS Wisconsin describes its mission as supporting PBS Wisconsin’s educational, cultural, and community broadcasting services. Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra describes its mission as enriching lives through transformational musical experiences and opportunities. The Nature Conservancy says its mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Friends of San Damiano describes its mission as education and conservation of the San Damiano Property.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation made 10 grants totaling $78,920. Grants ranged from $7,784 to $8,000, with a median grant of $7,892. The largest awards were $8,000 each to Friends of San Damiano, Friends of PBS Wisconsin, The Nature Conservancy, Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra, and The Salvation Army. The listed grants were for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Randy Faasumalie is listed as a director on the 2025 filing.
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne is led by Randy Faasuamalie, Director on every filing since 2024 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Randy Faasuamalie
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "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 W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne
How much does W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne give each year?
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne gave $79K across 10 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's typical grant size?
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's median grant in 2025 was $7,892, and its average grant was $7,892, across 10 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne give grants?
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne gives mostly in Wisconsin: 60% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (40%). The most frequent recipient cities were Madison, WI (4 grants), Monona, WI (2 grants), Arlington, VA (2 grants) and Alexandria, VA (2 grants).
Does W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's largest grantees?
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's largest 2025 grantees include Friends of San Damiano Inc ($15,784 across 2 grants), Friends of PBS Wisconsin Inc ($15,784 across 2 grants) and The Nature Conservancy ($15,784 across 2 grants), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 60% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne?
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne reported $733K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $79K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $42K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne fund?
The available grant records show support for organizations involved in broadcasting, music, conservation, and property education and conservation. Friends of PBS Wisconsin describes its mission as supporting PBS Wisconsin’s educational, cultural, and community broadcasting services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's EIN?
W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-6707958. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Does W D Byrne and Patricia a Byrne 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
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 27, 2026)
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