Timothy and Barbara Michels Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBrownsville, Wisconsin · EIN 39-2044009 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$3.1M
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$70,000
Total assets$972K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $200,000.
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
36% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth College | Hanover, NH | General operating support | $2,040,000 |
| Medical College of Wi | Milwaukee, WI | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Spring Creek Church | Pewaukee, WI | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Zachariah's Acres Inc | Brookfield, WI | General operating support | $100,000 |
| University Lake School | Hartland, WI | General operating support | $71,500 |
| C2k Ministries | Hartland, WI | General operating support | $70,000 |
| Life Church | Germantown, WI | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Carenet Pregnancy Center of Milwaukee | Milwaukee, WI | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Xavier High School | New York, NY | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Babson College | Babson Park, MA | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Fordham University | Bronx, NY | General operating support | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,146,500 | 11 |
| 2024 | $5,675,010 | 9 |
| 2023 | $2,521,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631189349101408
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-2044009
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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