Gerald W and Sharon K Wadina Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyPewaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-2011976 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$229K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$2.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $71,500.
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
25% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation | Waukesha, WI | General operations | $100,000 |
| LA Casa de Esperanza Inc | Waukesha, WI | General operations | $71,500 |
| Marquette University High School | Milwaukee, WI | Educational | $50,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation Inc | Golf, IL | Scholarships | $7,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $229,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $214,500 | 9 |
| 2023 | $146,200 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621039349100432
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-2011976
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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