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Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education

Kohler, Wisconsin  ·  EIN 391274547  ·  Private foundation

Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education is a private foundation based in Kohler, Wisconsin. Its most recent IRS Form 990-PF reports $4.1M in grants paid and $8.9M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 33 individual grants from this funder — $35.1M awarded across 2018–2025 — including its support for arts & culture. Below is its full funding profile.

$4.1M
Annual giving (FY2021)
$8.9M
Total assets
33
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education funds

Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, higher education, mental health.

Arts & CultureEducationEnvironment & ConservationHigher EducationMental Health

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Conservation and Preservation Partners
OPERATING FUND AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND AND ENDOWMENT
Sheboygan, WI$6.0M2024
Conservation and Preservation Partners
OPERATING FUND AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND AND ENDOWMENT
Sheboygan, WI$4.9M2025
John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc
OPERATING FUND AND ARTS PRESERVE FUND, ARTS/INDUSTRY SUPPORT
Sheboygan, WI$4.4M2023
John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc
OPERATING FUND AND ARTS PRESERVE FUND, ARTS/INDUSTRY SUPPORT
Sheboygan, WI$4.1M2018
John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc
OPERATING FUND AND ARTS PRESERVE FUND, ARTS/INDUSTRY SUPPORT
Sheboygan, WI$3.5M2020
John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc
OPERATING FUND AND ARTS PRESERVE FUND, ARTS/INDUSTRY SUPPORT
Sheboygan, WI$3.5M2021
John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc
OPERATING FUND, ACQUISITION AND STEWARDSHIP FUND, AND MARKETING.
Sheboygan, WI$3.2M2025
Lawrence University
ENDOWMENT SUPPORTING KOHLER HALL RENOVATIONS.
Appleton, WI$800K2025
Lakeland University
KOHLER TEACHING SCHOLARS PROGRAM, SHEBOYGAN COUNTY SCHOLARS PROGRAM, AND LAKELAND THEATER UPGRADES.
Sheboygan, WI$540K2024
Knox College
KOHLER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHOP FUND AND ENDOWMENT OF FACULTY ENRICHMENT.
Galesburg, IL$375K2024
Lakeland University
KOHLER TEACHING SCHOLARS PROGRAM, SHEBOYGAN COUNTY SCHOLARS PROGRAM, AND PROMISE PROGRAM.
Sheboygan, WI$365K2025
Knox College
KOHLER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHOP FUND AND ENDOWMENT OF FACULTY ENRICHMENT.
Galesburg, IL$260K2025
Lawrence University
ENDOWMENT SUPPORTING KOHLER HALL RENOVATIONS
Appleton, WI$250K2021
Choate Rosemary Hall
ENDOWMENT FOR KOHLER ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
Wallingford, CT$250K2021
Choate Rosemary Hall
ENDOWMENT FOR KOHLER ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
Wallingford, CT$250K2020

Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$4.8M
2020$4.1M
2021$4.1M
2023$5.1M
2024$7.4M
2025$9.5M

How to apply for funding from Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education

Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education

Does Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education accept grant applications?
Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education fund?
Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Conservation and Preservation Partners, Conservation and Preservation Partners, John Michael Kohler Arts Center Inc. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education give in grants?
Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education reported $4.1M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $35.1M over 33 grants.
Where is Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education located?
Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education is based in Kohler, Wisconsin. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 391274547.
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About this profile. This page is built from Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Kohler Trust for the Arts and Education. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.