James J and Rosanne C Keller Family Foundation

Small Grants

Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities serving the five-county Northeast Wisconsin region. The foundation does not fund individuals, scholarships, event sponsorships, private foundations, religious or political activities, educational institutions, government entities, gift cards, or organizations engaging in illegal or discriminatory activity. New applicants should contact the foundation before applying; prior grantees must complete a Grant Summary Report before reapplying.

Deadline: Applications are due on the 10th of each month; decisions are typically made by the end of the month.

Associate Matching Gifts Program

Who can apply: Qualified nonprofit organizations receiving monetary donations from J. J. Keller & Associates employees may be eligible. Associates submit a Matching Gifts form with their donation to assist the nonprofit's application process.

Deadline: No deadline is stated; participation is initiated through an employee donation and Matching Gifts form.

General Grants (J. J. Keller Foundation)

Who can apply: Primarily funds nonprofit organizations and typically works with established partner organizations, though new organizations may apply year-round. Organizations new to the foundation are encouraged to contact the foundation before applying. Past grantees must complete a Grant Summary Report before reapplying.

Deadline: Small Grants: due the 10th of each month. Large Grants (2026): March 24, July 21, October 27.

Capacity Building Grants

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations in the foundation's service area that align with its mission and grantmaking priorities.

Deadline: Processed according to Small or Large grant timelines depending on request size; contact Foundation staff for alignment.

Collaborative Grants

Who can apply: Organizations participating in collaborative funding efforts or collective impact initiatives aligned with the foundation's mission and region.

Unrestricted Operating Support

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations in the foundation's service area that align with its mission and priorities.