Gerald O Thorpe and Evelyn M Thorpe Foundation
Invitation OnlyChippewa Falls, Wisconsin · EIN 39-1689403 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$174K
Organizations funded1
Typical grant$173,748
Total assets$3.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $173,748 and $173,748.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
0% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Chippewa Falls | Chippewa Falls, WI | For zoo animal acquisition and exhibit improvement. | $173,748 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $173,748 | 1 |
| 2024 | $162,138 | 1 |
| 2023 | $169,945 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640999349100329
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1689403
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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