The Robert D and Patricia E Kern
Waukesha, Wisconsin · EIN 391923558 · Private foundation
The Robert D and Patricia E Kern is a private foundation based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $54.1M in grants paid and $718.0M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 488 individual grants from this funder — $208.8M awarded across 2020–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Robert D and Patricia E Kern funds
The Robert D and Patricia E Kern's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, economic development, education, higher education, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include rural communities.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charter Fund Inc IMPACT-CHARACTER-CTE INTEGRATION | Denver, CO | $14.4M | 2024 |
| Mtf Fund ONGOING OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Overland Park, KS | $9.2M | 2024 |
| The Medical College of Wisconsin Inc KERN INSTITUTE - MCW - NATIONAL TRANSFORMATION NETWORK | Milwaukee, WI | $8.1M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Robert D and Patricia E Kern
The Robert D and Patricia E Kern's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at kffdn.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Robert D and Patricia E Kern
- Does The Robert D and Patricia E Kern accept grant applications?
- The Robert D and Patricia E Kern's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Robert D and Patricia E Kern fund?
- The Robert D and Patricia E Kern's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Charter Fund Inc, Mtf Fund, The Medical College of Wisconsin Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Robert D and Patricia E Kern give in grants?
- The Robert D and Patricia E Kern reported $54.1M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $208.8M over 488 grants.
- Where is The Robert D and Patricia E Kern located?
- The Robert D and Patricia E Kern is based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 391923558.
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