Wisdom Action Network Inc
Wisdom Action Network Inc is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin public charity formed in 2018. Its stated work includes educating the public on issues of public concern, advocating for policies related to racial and social justice, and supporting public understanding of elected officials’ positions.
Wisdom Action Network Inc at a glance
In short: Wisdom Action Network Inc gave $341K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $341K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $341,353
- +90.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $341,353
- +280.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $341,353
- Total assets
- $225,042
- +326.5% 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 Wisdom Action Network Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 2821 Vel Phillips Avenue Suite 115, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone: (414) 831-2070
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Wisdom Action Network Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wisdom ($341K).
Grant Size Distribution
20 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 20 (70%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The documented 2020 grants went to organizations in Eau Claire and Neenah, Wisconsin. The available information does not state a broader geographic focus.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $180K (2023) to $546K (2022). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $341K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisdom Milwaukee, WI | To Assist with the Mission. | $341,353 |
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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 | $225,042 | $557,830 | $385,547 | $341,353 | 1 | $27 |
| 2023 | $52,759 | $143,711 | $269,482 | $179,500 | 2 | $16 |
| 2022 | $209,530 | $769,524 | $678,535 | $545,500 | 7 | $4 |
| 2021 | $87,541 | $43 | $102,190 | — | — | $43 |
| 2020 | $514,956 | $746,853 | $644,495 | $469,000 | 10 | $59 |
| 2019 | $87,330 | $166,806 | $86,469 | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to educate the public on pressing issues, develop and advocate for legislation, regulations, and government programs related to racial and social justice, and conduct research and publicize elected officials’ positions.
In 2020, it gave $27,000 to JONAH INC, whose mission is to bring people together and empower them to build community, participate in decisions affecting their lives, and build a healthier and fairer community. It also gave $15,000 to ESTHER INC, whose mission is “faith communities working together to impact justice.” These are the grantees’ stated missions, not WISDOM ACTION NETWORK’s.
Grantmaking
The filing data lists zero grants for 2022, 2023, and 2024. Earlier documented grants include $27,000 to JONAH INC and $15,000 to ESTHER INC, both in 2020. The available information does not describe an application process.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists:
- Lee Henderson-Tatum — President
- Betty Groenewold — Vice-President
- Gil Halsted — Secretary
- Dennis Lowder — Treasurer
- Willie Brisco — Director
- Catoya Roberts — Director
- David Liners — Executive Director
Wisdom Action Network Inc is led by David Liners, Executive Director on every filing since 2019; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Liners
Executive Director
On filings since 2019
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lee Henderson-Tatum
President
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Catoya Roberts
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Willie Brisco
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Betty Groenewold
Vice President
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dennis Lowder
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gil Halsted
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Gilman Halsted (2021) — Secretary
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.
Frequently asked questions about Wisdom Action Network Inc
How much does Wisdom Action Network Inc give each year?
Wisdom Action Network Inc gave $341K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $180K across 2 grants.
How large is Wisdom Action Network Inc?
Wisdom Action Network Inc reported $225K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $558K.
What does Wisdom Action Network Inc fund?
The organization states that its mission is to educate the public on pressing issues, develop and advocate for legislation, regulations, and government programs related to racial and social justice, and conduct research and publicize elected officials’ positions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Wisdom Action Network Inc?
Wisdom Action Network Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
Where does Wisdom Action Network Inc make grants?
The documented 2020 grants went to organizations in Eau Claire and Neenah, Wisconsin. The available information does not state a broader geographic focus.
What is Wisdom Action Network Inc's EIN?
Wisdom Action Network Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4196797. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS November 13, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 18, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS December 19, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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