Joan D and John S Bell Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyShorewood, Wisconsin · EIN 93-2543961 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$5,162
Organizations funded1
Typical grant$5,162
Total assets$19M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,162 and $5,162.
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
100% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Stamford, CT | Support of educational efforts | $5,162 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,162 | 1 |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602059349100405
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 93-2543961
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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