Messmer Foundation Inc
Historical FunderMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 36-6117571 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DAVID A AFFELDT |
|---|---|
| Address | 8741 W NATIONAL AVE, MILWAUKEE WI 53227 |
| Phone | 4143214560 |
| Form and materials | LETTER SHOULD STATE US TO WHICH THE REQUIRED GRANT WOULD BE APPLIED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
0% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vmp Foundations Inc | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $10,000 |
| Veterans Memorial Committee | Hales Corners, WI | Public support | $8,500 |
| Vmp Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| Morning Glory Ministries | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| First United Methodist Church Wa | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| Womens Care Center | Milwaukee, WI | Public support | $5,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | Program support | $1,000 |
The return also lists 9 grants to individuals ($23,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $78,000 | 19 |
| 2024 | $79,200 | 14 |
| 2023 | $82,000 | 19 |
| 2022 | $36,000 | 10 |
| 2021 | $21,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349103395
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6117571
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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