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Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc

Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin  ·  EIN 472978943  ·  Private foundation

Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc is a Wisconsin-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $8.6M in annual giving against $145.1M in assets. This page documents the 119 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$8.6M
Annual giving (FY2021)
$145.1M
Total assets
119
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc funds

Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc's giving carries a documented focus on disaster relief & emergency aid, environment & conservation, food & agriculture, health care, housing & homelessness, and related causes.

Disaster Relief & Emergency AidEnvironment & ConservationFood & AgricultureHealth CareHousing & HomelessnessMental Health

Populations it has supported include homeless population.

homeless population

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
John E Alexander YMCA Community Ce
TO FUND NEW FACILITY CAPITAL PROJECT
Port Edwards, WI$4.5M2018
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools
FUND NEW BASEBALL FIELDS
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$3.1M2021
City of Wisconsin Rapids
TO FUND A NEW OUTDOOR WATER PARK FAC
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$2.5M2019
Boys & Girls Club of Wisconsin Rapi
FUND AN ENDOWMENT
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$2.5M2020
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools
NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$2.2M2023
Mary's Place Boarding House Inc
FUND NEW HOMELESS CENTER
Marshfield, WI$2.2M2023
John E Alexander South Wood County
FUND AN ENDOWMENT
Port Edwards, WI$2.0M2020
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools
ACCESSIBLE OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPMENT
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$1.6M2024
Aspirus Riverview Hospital & Clinic
TO FUND A NEW SIMULATION CENTER FACI
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$1.5M2019
Univ of Wi-stevens Point Foundation
FUND ENDOWMENT PROFESSOR OF POPULATI
Stevens Point, WI$1.5M2021
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools
ACCESSIBLE OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPMENT
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$1.2M2023
Boys & Girls Club of Wisconsin Rapi
TO FUND NEW FACILITY CAPITAL PROJECT
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$1.1M2018
City of Wisconsin Rapids - Mcmillan
FUND RENOVATIONS OF MCMILLAN LIBRARY
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$1.0M2020
Family Health Center
FEDERALLY QUALIFIED HEALTH CENTER
Marshfield, WI$1.0M2024
United Way of South Wood & Adams Co
UNITED FOREVER FUND
Wisconsin Rapids, WI$1.0M2024

Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$6.8M
2019$7.3M
2020$6.8M
2021$8.6M
2023$7.8M
2024$7.2M
2025$8.1M

How to apply for funding from Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc

Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc'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 Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc

Does Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc accept grant applications?
Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc'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 Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc fund?
Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc's grants focus on disaster relief & emergency aid. Recent recipients include John E Alexander YMCA Community Ce, Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools, City of Wisconsin Rapids. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc give in grants?
Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc reported $8.6M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $52.5M over 119 grants.
Where is Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc located?
Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc is based in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 472978943.
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About this profile. This page is built from Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc'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 Legacy Foundation of Central Wisc. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.