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Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc

Milwaukee, Wisconsin  ·  EIN 391728908  ·  Private foundation

Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc is a Wisconsin-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $26.3M in annual giving against $108.1M in assets. This page documents the 3 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$26.3M
Annual giving (FY2024)
$108.1M
Total assets
3
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc funds

Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc's giving carries a documented focus on education, faith-based.

EducationFaith-Based

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
See Attachment 2
FOR CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, EDUCATIONAL, & SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES
Milwaukee, WI$26.3M2024
See Attachment 2
FOR CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, EDUCATIONAL, & SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES
Milwaukee, WI$25.4M2023
See Attachment 2
FOR CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, EDUCATIONAL, & SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES
Milwaukee, WI$22.9M2022

Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2022$22.9M
2023$25.4M
2024$26.3M

How to apply for funding from Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc

From Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:

“RECOMMENDED DEADLINE FOR GRANT SUBMISSION IS MARCH 15”

Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything.

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Frequently asked questions about Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc

Does Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes — Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
What does Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc fund?
Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc's grants focus on education. Recent recipients include See Attachment 2, See Attachment 2, See Attachment 2. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc give in grants?
Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc reported $26.3M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2024). Across all years in our data it has awarded $74.6M over 3 grants.
Where is Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc located?
Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 391728908.
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About this profile. This page is built from Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc'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 Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Inc. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.