Donald Weesner Charitable Tr
Invitation OnlyMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 41-6463406 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$307K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$35,000
Total assets$14.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $51,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great River Greening | Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $61,000 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center | Rosevile, MN | General operating | $60,000 |
| Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center | Finland, MN | General operating | $51,000 |
| Thomas Irvine Dodge Nature Center | West Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $50,000 |
| Twin Cities Pbs | St Paul, MN | General operating | $35,000 |
| True Friends | Annandale, MN | General operating | $25,000 |
| Great Lakes Aquarium | Duluth, MN | General operating | $20,000 |
| Lake Superior Zoo | Duluth, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $307,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $644,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502909349101100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-6463406
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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