Telly Foundation Ltd
Invitation OnlyMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-1570459 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$193K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$4,500
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $14,000.
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
18% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Fund - Wigdale Family Foundation | Covington, KY | General funds | $102,604 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $51,988 |
| Uw Athletics | Madison, WI | General funds | $14,000 |
| Milwaukee Public Museum | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $5,000 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $4,500 |
| Children's Wisconsin Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $3,000 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $3,000 |
| St Christopher's Episcopal Church | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $2,000 |
| United Performing Arts Fund | Milwaukee, WI | General funds | $1,000 |
| Camp Chippewa Foundation | Maple Grove, MN | General funds | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $192,592 | 11 |
| 2024 | $50,988 | 9 |
| 2023 | $380,210 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632519349100208
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1570459
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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