Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ, inc. Is a catalyst for positive change in the life of the united church of christ in Wisconsin; promotes a culture of generosity; and connects people across the ucc in working for a more just world.
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc at a glance
In short: Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc gave $313K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $313K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $313,294
- +592.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $313,294
- +1284.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $313,294
- Total assets
- $15,920,778
- +27.6% 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.
How to apply to Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Afghan Refugee Resettlement Support Fund
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Catalyst Grants
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Amount
$1,500 - $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Creation Care Grants
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ Inc ($313K).
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 6 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc gives
- Giving grew 511% from 2021 to 2024. 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 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $45K (2023) to $313K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $313K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ Inc Ripon, WI | General Support | $313,294 |
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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 | $15,920,778 | $1,267,810 | $634,896 | $313,294 | 1 | $53,505 |
| 2023 | $12,480,043 | $7,204,117 | $302,315 | $45,272 | 2 | $957 |
| 2022 | $10,601,031 | $317,114 | $136,065 | $45,500 | 1 | $3,563 |
| 2021 | $10,913,581 | $126,217 | $177,162 | $51,315 | 2 | $2,715 |
About Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
Based on IRS filings
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc is a public charity focused on religion, based in Ripon, WI. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $15.9M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $313K. Net investment income was $54K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc is led by Andrew Warner, President & CEO on every filing since 2021; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Andrew Warner
President & CEO
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Franz Rigert
Chair
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Karch
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bret Bicoy
Vice Chair
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Leslie Schenk
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Hirby
Secretary
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Sarah Caruso (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: James Hollister (2021–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "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 Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc
How much does Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc give each year?
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc gave $313K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $45K across 2 grants.
How large is Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc?
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc reported $15.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.3M.
What is Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc?
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc is a public charity focused on religion, based in Ripon, WI. It holds $15.9M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc operate?
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc has awarded grants in Wisconsin.
What is Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc's EIN?
Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-2128752. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS September 19, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 28, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 3, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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