Michael W Louis Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyLake Geneva, Wisconsin · EIN 81-3640917 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$634K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$175,000
Total assets$15.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $175,000.
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
20% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Moon Foundation | Lake Geneva, WI | General contribution | $175,000 |
| J Jeffry & Elizabeth S Louis Foundation Inc | Lake Geneva, WI | General contribution | $175,000 |
| Louis Stewart Foundation | Lake Geneva, WI | General contribution | $175,000 |
| National Louis University | Chicago, IL | General contribution | $100,000 |
| Lake Owen Association Inc | Cable, WI | General contribution | $9,300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $634,300 | 5 |
| 2024 | $731,550 | 5 |
| 2023 | $529,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349104822
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-3640917
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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