Mary Pauly Lacy Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-1744801 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$57K
Organizations funded20
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$376K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 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
10% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Cloud Indian Schoool | Pine Ridge, SD | Bill pauly, capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Three Holy Women Parish | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $8,000 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum | Milwaukee, WI | Promote art | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra | Milwaukee, WI | Support the performing arts | $5,000 |
| St John's Community Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $5,000 |
| Jesuits USA Midwest Province | Carol Stream, IL | Religous retreat | $4,000 |
| United Way | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $3,000 |
| Kinship Community Food Center | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $2,000 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | Milwaukee, WI | Development department | $2,000 |
| Sojourner Family Peace Center | Milwaukee, WI | Support those affected by relationship abuse. | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin Conservatory of Music | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $2,000 |
| Alzhiemer's Association Wisconsin Chapter | Milwaukee, WI | Alzhiemers research | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Milwaukee | Milwaukee, WI | Provide to those in need | $1,000 |
| Catholic Stewardship Appeal | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $1,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | West Milwaukee, WI | Religous education | $1,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Museum | Milwaukee, WI | General support | $1,000 |
| Nativity Jesuit Academy | Milwaukee, WI | Education | $1,000 |
| Notre Dame Middle School of Milwaukee | Milwaukee, WI | Youth development, family enrichment, spiritual formation and social justice awareness | $1,000 |
| St Ben's Community Mealco Capuchin Community Services | Milwaukee, WI | Improve the lives of those affected by depression | $1,000 |
| St Eugene Congregation | Fox Point, WI | Genearl fund and uganda project | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $57,000 | 20 |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 23 |
| 2023 | $386,500 | 29 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631119349102268
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1744801
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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