Mathilde U and Albert Elser Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-6044395 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$23K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$329K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $1,250.
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
64% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University School of Milwaukee | Milwaukee, WI | General | $10,000 |
| Miss Porter's School | Farmington, CT | General | $4,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | General | $1,750 |
| Goodman Theatre | Chicago, IL | General | $1,250 |
| Hamilton College | Clinton, NY | General | $1,000 |
| St John's Communities | Milwaukee, WI | General | $1,000 |
| Milwaukee Pbs | Milwaukee, WI | General | $1,000 |
| Schroeder Area Historical Society Cross River Heri | Schroeder, MN | General | $1,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | General | $750 |
| Mount Mary University | Milwaukee, WI | General | $250 |
| Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts | Boston, MA | General | $250 |
| Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry Campaign | Philadelphia, PA | General | $250 |
| Westover School | Middlebury, CT | General | $200 |
| Lawrence University | Appleton, WI | General | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,900 | 14 |
| 2024 | $10,150 | 9 |
| 2023 | $10,900 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611339349102721
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-6044395
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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