Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Required status

  • Tax-exempt status
  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • The Foundation considers requests from religious organizations and institutions only when the resulting impact of the project is nondenominational.

Overview

The Menasha Corporation Foundation, established in 1953, supports nonprofit organizations across North America, focusing on community betterment, education, environmental sustainability, and health initiatives. Grants are awarded to projects that enhance the lives of individuals and strengthen communities, particularly in areas where Menasha Corporation operates. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt and prioritize non-public funding. The foundation also encourages involvement from Menasha Corporation employees in supported projects.

A legacy of generosity began with founder Elisha D. Smith in the nineteenth century. Charitable giving was given a bigger, more formal structure in 1953, with the formation of Menasha Corporation Foundation, our company’s primary source of philanthropy.
The Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations and causes in communities across North America, with a focus on making a difference in places where Menasha Corporation has its operations. What drives every grant is the desire to enhance the lives of individuals and build strong communities.
Safe and Healthy Citizen
Grants are awarded to organizations that address areas of need in the following four categories:

  • Safe and Healthy Citizens
  • Helping our communities meet basic needs for food, shelter, and healthcare.
  • Community Betterment
  • Supporting community improvement, artistic and cultural activities.
  • An Educated Society
  • Funding programs that create and expand learning opportunities and experiences.
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Encouraging the understanding, protection, and sustainability of our natural resources.

Eligibility

Non-profit organizations with a tax-exempt status under Section 170(c) or 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code are eligible.The Foundation considers requests from religious organizations and institutions only when the resulting impact of the project is nondenominational.

What Menasha Corporation Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
1
Total given
$3.55M
Median grant
$3.55M
  • By dollars: Wisconsin 100%. Top recipient cities: Neenah, WI.

Example grants

  • Available Upon Request · Neenah, WI

    Available Upon Request

    $3.55M

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Education
  • Environment
  • Healthcare
  • Community development
  • Foundation

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