The Vinger Family Foundation
Historical FunderMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-6700438 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE VINGER FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 10361 W INNOVATION DRIVE 350, MILWAUKEE WI 53226 |
| Phone | 4142038040 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING ALONG WITH PROOF OF ORGANIZATION'S EXEMPT STATUS |
| Deadlines | PRIOR TO FALL MEETING IN OCTOBER/NOVEMBER |
| Restrictions | NO RESTRICTIONS; HOWEVER, PREFERANCE MAY BE GIVEN TO THOSE ORGANIZATIONS SERVING SOUTHWESTERN WISCONSIN |
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
66% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelburne Museum | Shelburne, VT | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Charlotte Volunteer Fire Rescue Svs | Charlotte, VT | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Uw-Lacrosse Foundation | Lacrosse, WI | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Coyotes Amateur Hockey Association | Scottsdale, AZ | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Melrose Mindoro High School | Melrose, WI | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| National Society of the Deaf | Silver Spign, MD | General operating support | $2,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($80,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $111,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $41,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $36,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621109349100532
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-6700438
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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