Wisconsin Credit Union League
The core purpose of the league is to provide innovative ideas and solutions for credit unions and promote and protect the ideals of member ownership, volunteerism, and unity.
Wisconsin Credit Union League at a glance
In short: Wisconsin Credit Union League gave $99K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $50K), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $99,483
- +4.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $49,742
- +4.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $49,742
- Total assets
- $11,921,596
- +3.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (92% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Wisconsin Credit Union League funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cuna Political Activities Fund ($92K). Together the top 2 received $99K.
Grant Size Distribution
9 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 5 grants of 9 (56%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How Wisconsin Credit Union League gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+6%). 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 $84K (2020) to $99K (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $99K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cuna Political Activities Fund Washington, DC | Political Expenditures | $91,983 |
| National Credit Union Foundation Madison, WI | General Support | $7,500 |
Ready to take the next step with Wisconsin Credit Union League?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,921,596 | $4,370,827 | $4,033,787 | $99,483 | 2 | $269,963 |
| 2023 | $11,516,929 | $4,123,000 | $3,958,870 | $94,909 | 2 | $164,680 |
| 2022 | $11,044,578 | $4,173,686 | $3,821,282 | $95,396 | 2 | $56,947 |
| 2021 | $8,422,290 | $3,629,838 | $3,331,641 | $93,775 | 2 | $176,242 |
| 2020 | $8,608,659 | $3,100,115 | $3,133,769 | $83,749 | 1 | $67,709 |
About Wisconsin Credit Union League
Based on IRS filings
Wisconsin Credit Union League is a public charity focused on Economically disadvantaged people, based in Madison, WI. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $11.9M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $99K. Net investment income was $270K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Wisconsin Credit Union League is led by Brett Thompson, President & CEO on every filing since 2020; 7 of 19 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Brett Thompson
President & CEO
On filings since 2020
26 hrs/week
$531K (2020) → $662K (2024)
Brandon Riechers
Chair
Secretary → Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chris Moczynski
Chair
Treasurer → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kim Hoppe
Director of Compliance Specialist Program
New on the 2024 filing
26 hrs/week
$111K (2024)
Beth Krahn
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lora Benrud
Director
Vice Chair → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tracie Wills
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Val Mindak
Director
Chair → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charlie Zanayed
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Derek Groth
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marianne Torkelson
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Beth Ellis
Chief Financial & Operating Officer
Vice President Finance → Senior Vice President Finance & Strategic Partnerships, 2022
Senior Vice President Finance & Strategic Partnerships → Chief Financial & Operating Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
24 hrs/week
$133K (2020) → $164K (2024)
Paul Guttormsson
Senior Vice President & General Counsel
Vice President Legal Affairs & General Counsel → Senior Vice President Legal Affairs & General Counsel, 2021
Senior Vice President Legal Affairs & General Counsel → Senior Vice President & General Counsel, 2022
On filings since 2020
32 hrs/week
$142K (2020) → $167K (2024)
Sarah Wainscott
Senior Vice President of Advocacy
Vice President Advocacy → Senior Vice President Advocacy, 2021
Senior Vice President Advocacy → Senior Vice President of Advocacy, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$119K (2020) → $170K (2024)
Jennifer Esser
Vice President of Professional Development
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$105K (2024)
Josh Roberts
Vice President of System Collaboration
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$108K (2024)
Kim Rooney
Vice Chair
Director → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sue Johnson
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sheila Schnike
Secretary
Treasurer → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: John Engel (2020–2023) — Director of Legal Affairs
- Former: Joshua Roberts (2023) — Vice President of System Collaboration & Development
- Former: Danielle Frawley (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Kevin Ralofsky (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Sheila Schinke (2022) — Director
- Former: Tara Krejcarek (2020–2021) — Senior Vice President Strategic Partnerships
- Former: Mary Bliss (2020) — Chief Operating Officer
- Former: Tony Klockow (2020) — Treasurer
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 $662K, to Brett Thompson (President & CEO). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Wisconsin Credit Union League
How much does Wisconsin Credit Union League give each year?
Wisconsin Credit Union League gave $99K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $95K across 2 grants.
How large is Wisconsin Credit Union League?
Wisconsin Credit Union League reported $11.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.4M.
What is Wisconsin Credit Union League?
Wisconsin Credit Union League is a public charity focused on Economically disadvantaged people, based in Madison, WI. It holds $11.9M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Wisconsin Credit Union League operate?
Wisconsin Credit Union League has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Wisconsin.
What is Wisconsin Credit Union League's EIN?
Wisconsin Credit Union League's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-0712580. 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 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 12, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 3, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 23, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 29, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Wisconsin Credit Union League's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common
American Association of Credit Union
Washington, DC
The purpose of aacul is to assist in the development of its members and to advise and make recommendations to management and policy makers within the credit union movement regarding formulation and implementation of policy to further the interests of credit unions and associations of credit unions.
Assets
$2.9M
Grants
1
Total Given
$13K
Rogue Credit Union
Medford, OR
Rogue Credit Union supports local programs focused on youth, families, education, and community sustainability, with most giving directed to Oregon communities. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,190 to $278,165, with a median of $13,945. It accepts donation and sponsorship requests through its Giving Local form each year from September 1 to November 15.
Assets
$3.6B
Grants
24
Total Given
$660K
National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors
Arlington, VA
The nascus mission is to enhance state credit union supervision and advocate for a safe and sound state credit union system. To accomplish this mission, nascus defends and promotes the interests of state credit union regulators and the credit unions they supervise through advocacy and education.
Assets
$7.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$50K
Calvin K Kazanjian Economics
Glastonbury, CT
The foundation funds U.S.-based nonprofit programs and research that improve economic and financial education, including innovative curricula, teacher-led initiatives, and economic literacy projects. Its 2025 grants ranged from $3,500 to $30,000, with a median of $25,000; it accepts unsolicited requests through a letter-of-interest process.
Assets
$10.5M
Grants
12
Total Given
$258K
Five Star Credit Union Foundation
Dothan, AL
Assets
$1.6M
Grants
4
Total Given
$113K
Unitus Community Credit Union
Tigard, OR
Unitus Community Credit Union funds education and financial knowledge, economic development, and relief and recovery, with grants also supporting needs such as housing, food access, and environmental conservation. Its 2024 grants were typically $25,000 (median), ranging from $9,749 to $85,000, and went mostly to Oregon organizations; it also serves Washington. No policy on unsolicited requests is stated.
Assets
$1.7B
Grants
21
Total Given
$605K
More similar funders
More Funders in Wisconsin
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Wisconsin Credit Union League's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Wisconsin Credit Union League down — hundreds of funders to go?