John J & Ruth F Kloss Charitable Tr
Historical FunderMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-6790033 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | U S BANK N A FOUNDATION TEAM |
|---|---|
| Address | 777 E WISCONSIN AVE - MK-WI-TWPT, MILWAUKEE WI 53202 |
| Phone | 4147655672 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS SHOULD COMPLETE A GRANT APPLICATION FORM WHICH CAN BE OBTAINED BY WRITING TO: THE JOHN J AND RUTH F KLOSS CHARITABLE TRUST % U.S. BANK, N.A., FOUNDATION TEAM, AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GRANTS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS IN THE SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN AREA, PRIMARILY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY KENOSHA COUNTY AND THE SURROUNDING AREA FOR THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONS AND ACTIVITIES. |
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
12% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha Achievement Center | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $50,000 |
| Kenosha County Food Bank | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $50,000 |
| Gateway Technical College | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $40,000 |
| Succeed Beyond High School | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $40,000 |
| American Legion Kenosha Post 21 | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $35,000 |
| Open Wings Academy | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $20,000 |
| Shalom Center | Philadelphia, PA | General operating | $20,000 |
| Kenosha Area Family and Aging Services I | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $20,000 |
| Kenosha Human Development Services | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $20,000 |
| Kenosha Area Business Alliance | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $20,000 |
| Wwbic | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $10,000 |
| City of Kenosha | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Alexandria, VA | General operating | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Washington DC, DC | General operating | $10,000 |
| Sisters Network Southeast Wisconsin | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,500 |
| St Vincent de Paul Kenosha | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Safe Harbor Humane Society | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Girls on the Run Se Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Kenosha Community Sailing Center | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Lemon Street Gallery & Art Space | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Kenosha Community Foundation Arts | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| The Hyslop Foundation Inc | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Kenosha Symphony Orchestra | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Kenosha History Center | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Kindred Kitties Ltd | Kenosha, WI | General operating | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $408,500 | 25 |
| 2023 | $443,000 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610999349101201
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-6790033
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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