Krainz Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyFranklin, Wisconsin · EIN 39-1979181 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$155K
Organizations funded25
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $4,000.
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
4% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Students for Students | Milwaukee, WI | Charity | $40,000 |
| Milwaukee PBS | Milwaukee, WI | Operating | $32,250 |
| St Luke's Lutheran Church | Greendale, WI | Charity | $15,000 |
| St Martin of Tours Church | Franklin, WI | Operating | $10,000 |
| Lucky Mutts Rescue | New Berlin, WI | Operating | $5,000 |
| Soles for Jesus | Milwaukee, WI | Operating | $5,000 |
| Gift of Adoption | Northbrook, IL | Operating | $4,000 |
| Special Spaces | Thiensville, WI | Operating | $4,000 |
| Best Buddies Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | Operating | $3,000 |
| Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha Cty | Pewaukee, WI | Operating | $3,000 |
| Clement Manor | Milwaukee, WI | Operating | $3,000 |
| Fisher House Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | Operating | $3,000 |
| Franklin Police Dept | Franklin, WI | Operating | $3,000 |
| Hunger Task Force | Milwaukee, WI | Charity | $3,000 |
| Lifestriders | Waukesha, WI | Charity | $3,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services | Milwaukee, WI | Charity | $3,000 |
| New Berlin Police Citizens Alumni Association | New Berlin, WI | Operating | $3,000 |
| Ruff Luck | New Berlin, WI | Charity | $3,000 |
| Meta House | Milwaukee, WI | Charity | $2,000 |
| Peter's Pantry | Manitowoc, WI | Charity | $2,000 |
| Zachariahs Acres | Oconomowoc, WI | Charity | $2,000 |
| Childrens Wisconsin Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | Charity | $1,000 |
| Family Promise of Ozaukee County | Port Washington, WI | Charity | $1,000 |
| Ozaukee Food Alliance | Saukville, WI | Charity | $1,000 |
| Village of Greendale | Greendale, WI | Charity | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $155,250 | 25 |
| 2024 | $155,400 | 21 |
| 2023 | $133,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642019349100029
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1979181
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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