Janesville Foundation Inc
Historical FunderJanesville, Wisconsin · EIN 39-6034645 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LARRY E SQUIRE |
|---|---|
| Address | 121 N PARKER DR, JANESVILLE WI 535453000 |
| Phone | 6087521032 |
| CONTACT@JANESVILLEFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | INITIAL GRANT INQUIRIES ARE PREFERRED THROUGH THE JANESVILLE FOUNDATION WEBSITE; HOWEVER, LETTER OR EMAIL INQUIRIES ARE ACCEPTED. COMPLETION OF A STANDARD APPLICATION FORM MAY BE REQUIRED, ALONG WITH COVER LETTER WITH BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT, COPY OF IRS EXEMPTION LETTER, LIST OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS, CURRENT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND BUDGET FOR PROPOSED PROJECT. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE AWARDED TO ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT UNDER INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(3). GRANTS ARE GENERALLY LIMITED TO NEEDS OF EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN AREA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
14% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Janesville | Janesville, WI | Capital campaign | $300,000 |
| Children's Museum of Rock County | Janesville, WI | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| YMCA of Northern Rock County | Janesville, WI | Support the 135 and beyond initiative | $75,000 |
| Milton Historical Society | Milton, WI | Creation of virtual tours | $20,000 |
| Candid Inc | New York, NY | General support | $1,750 |
| Reading Is Better With H and Cheddar Inc | Janesville, WI | Reading visits W/ sdj 1st grade students | $1,500 |
| Junior Achievement of Wisconsin | Monona, WI | 2026 job fair for students in janesville | $1,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Museum of Rock County | Janesville, WI | Capital campaign and operations | $100,000 |
| Fiscc Inc | Janesville, WI | Capital campaign to fund the woodman's sports and convention center | $80,000 |
| YMCA of Northern Rock County | Janesville, WI | Support the 135 and beyond initiative | $75,000 |
| Janesville Performing Arts Center | Janesville, WI | Programming initiatives | $28,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $499,250 | 11 |
| 2024 | $486,500 | 9 |
| 2023 | $344,200 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621259349101927
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-6034645
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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