Melvin F and Ellen L Wagner Fdn
Invitation OnlyEagan, Minnesota · EIN 39-6129125 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$474K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$43,050
Total assets$9.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $43,050 and $43,050.
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 Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan County Humane Society | Sheboygan, WI | General operating | $43,050 |
| St James United Church of Christ | Newton, WI | General operating | $43,050 |
| Lakeland University | Plymouth, WI | Scholarship | $43,050 |
| Uw-Sheboygan County Foundation | Sheboygan, WI | Scholarship | $43,050 |
| Aurora Health Foundation | Sheboygan, WI | General operating | $43,050 |
| Alzheimers Association | Milwaukee, WI | General operating | $43,050 |
| Unity Christian Church | Sheboygan, WI | General operating | $43,050 |
| Children's Hospital & Health | Milwaukee, WI | General operating | $43,050 |
| United Way Worldwide | Alexandria, VA | General operating | $43,050 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Chicago, IL | General operating | $43,050 |
| The Salvation Army | Alexandria, VA | General operating | $43,050 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $473,550 | 11 |
| 2024 | $451,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $425,018 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349101606
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-6129125
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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