James J and Rosanne C Keller Family Foundation

Basic Needs Giving Partnership

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations serving the Basic Needs Giving Partnership's 10-county Northeast Wisconsin region and aligned with its anti-poverty mission.

Small Grants

Who can apply: Open to nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities. The foundation only makes grants to 501(c)(3) organizations. Organizations must serve the five-county region in Wisconsin and align with the foundation's focus areas. The foundation will not fund private foundations, individuals, scholarships, event sponsorships, most educational institutions, gift cards, or religious/political activities.

Deadline: Due the 10th of each month; decision typically by the end of the month.

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: 501(c)(3) public charities; may require site visits and reporting. New applicants should contact Foundation staff before applying.

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

Unrestricted Operating Support

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) public charities serving the Foundation's five-county region; requests considered as part of the Foundation's grantmaking.

Collaborative Grants

Who can apply: Nonprofits partnering with other funders or collective impact groups; eligibility determined per collaborative initiative.