Quick Summary
Name: Vernon F. Dale Charitable Trust UA 45571 Northern Trust Co Ttee Status: Active Grant Maker (Invitation Only)
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $1,397,020 |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | Approximately $46,567 |
| Application Method | Invitation Only - No Public Applications Accepted |
Contact Details
Trustee: Northern Trust Company
Phone: (312) 630-6000
Address: PO Box, Chicago, IL
Website: Not available
Geographic Focus
- Primarily western Wisconsin
- Southwest Wisconsin (Mayo Clinic Health System area)
- Onalaska/Brice Prairie, Wisconsin region
Funding Priorities
The trust supports 31 preselected charitable organizations established by Vernon Dale before his death in 1976. Known priorities include:
- Healthcare (Mayo Clinic Health System is the largest single beneficiary)
- Educational programs (Dale Scholar Program)
- Community organizations in western Wisconsin
What They Don't Fund
- Does not accept unsolicited requests for funds
- Only supports preselected organizations designated by the original trust agreement
- No new organizations can apply for funding
Application Method
Invitation Only - Closed Application Process
The foundation only makes contributions to 31 preselected charitable organizations. These organizations were designated when Vernon Dale established the charitable trust during his lifetime. Upon his death in 1976, the trust began generating investment earnings to support these predetermined beneficiaries.
No public application process is available. Organizations cannot apply for grants.
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