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Two Eagles Foundation Inc

Annual Giving
$9.8M
Grant Range
$4K - $0.1M

Two Eagles Foundation Inc

Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: $9,800,000
  • Success Rate: Not applicable (invitation only)
  • Decision Time: Not applicable (preselected organizations)
  • Grant Range: $4,000 - $70,000
  • Median Grant: $30,000
  • Total Assets: $196 million
  • Geographic Focus: National (20+ states, primarily Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio)

Contact Details

Address: 1917 Robinson Rd, Tomahawk, WI 54487
Phone: 715-966-5694
EIN: 83-0399899
Founded: 2005 (established in Florida 2004)

Note: The foundation does not have a website or public email contact.

Overview

Two Eagles Foundation Inc is a substantial private grantmaking foundation established in 2005, with total assets of approximately $196 million. The foundation has a singular, focused mission: providing tuition assistance to Roman Catholic schools across the United States. In 2023, the foundation awarded 322 grants totaling $9.8 million, continuing its pattern of supporting Catholic education accessibility. The foundation operates with a volunteer board led by President Michael W. Orlowski, Secretary Doris A. Orlowski, and Treasurer Michael Navarro, all of whom serve without compensation. Revenue is primarily investment-driven, with significant income from dividends (24.2%) and sales of assets (72.4%), supplemented by occasional large contributions that have dramatically increased the foundation's assets over time.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

Catholic School Tuition Assistance (exclusive focus)

  • Grant range: $4,000 - $70,000
  • Median grant: $30,000
  • 322 grants awarded in 2023
  • 2,007 grants awarded historically across all years

The foundation exclusively funds tuition assistance at Catholic schools. Nearly all grants serve this singular purpose across their grantee network.

Priority Areas

  • Catholic Education: Tuition assistance for students attending Catholic schools
  • Geographic Diversity: While focused on Catholic schools, grants span 20+ states with notable concentration in:
    • Wisconsin (125 grants in 2023)
    • Minnesota (61 grants)
    • Ohio (47 grants)
    • Michigan (24 grants)
    • Tennessee, Florida, and Iowa

What They Don't Fund

Given their exclusive focus on Catholic school tuition assistance, the foundation does not fund:

  • Non-Catholic educational institutions
  • Capital projects or building campaigns
  • General operating support (unless for tuition assistance programs)
  • Scholarship programs at non-religious schools
  • Programs outside of K-12 Catholic education

Governance and Leadership

Board of Directors (6 members, all serving without compensation):

  • Michael W. Orlowski - President/Director
  • Doris A. Orlowski - Secretary/Director
  • Michael Navarro - Treasurer

The foundation operates with a lean, family-oriented board structure where all officers serve as volunteers, ensuring that nearly all resources go directly to charitable disbursements. In 2024, charitable disbursements represented 88.7% of all expenses ($10.5 million out of $11.9 million total expenses).

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

This foundation does not have a public application process.

The foundation explicitly states that it "only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds." This means:

  • Grants are awarded to an established, approved list of Catholic schools
  • The foundation does not review new applications from organizations
  • Awards are made at the discretion of the board to preselected beneficiaries
  • Individual families cannot apply directly to the foundation

How Grants Are Typically Awarded

Grants are distributed directly to Catholic schools that have been preselected by the foundation's board. The foundation maintains ongoing relationships with recipient schools across 20+ states, with the strongest concentrations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Ohio. These schools then use the funds to provide tuition assistance to families in need.

Decision Timeline

Not applicable - grants are awarded to preselected organizations on a schedule determined by the board.

Success Rates

Not applicable - the foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.

Reapplication Policy

Not applicable - the foundation works with a preselected list of Catholic schools and does not accept new applications.

Application Success Factors

For Catholic Schools Not Currently in Their Network:

While the foundation does not accept unsolicited applications, understanding their funding patterns can provide insight:

  1. Exclusive Catholic Education Focus: The foundation funds only Catholic schools, with 100% of grants going to tuition assistance programs at these institutions.

  2. Geographic Concentration: Strong presence in Wisconsin (39% of 2023 grants), Minnesota (19%), and Ohio (15%) suggests possible historical connections or strategic priorities in the Upper Midwest.

  3. Grant Size Consistency: With a median grant of $30,000 and range of $4,000-$70,000, the foundation appears to provide substantial, recurring support rather than small, one-time grants.

  4. Long-Term Relationships: Having awarded 2,007 grants historically with 322 in 2023 alone suggests the foundation maintains ongoing relationships with recipient schools rather than rotating beneficiaries.

  5. Board Discretion: As a private foundation with a small volunteer board, funding decisions are made at the trustees' discretion based on their personal knowledge and priorities.

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • Not Open to Applications: This foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds - only preselected Catholic schools receive grants
  • Catholic Schools Only: 100% of funding goes to tuition assistance at Roman Catholic schools
  • Substantial Grants: Median grant of $30,000 with a range up to $70,000 indicates significant, meaningful support
  • Geographic Pattern: Strong concentration in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Ohio, though grants span 20+ states
  • Relationship-Based: Foundation operates on a preselected list model, suggesting established relationships with recipient schools
  • Contact for Information: While unsolicited applications are not accepted, Catholic schools may contact the foundation at 715-966-5694 to inquire about their selection process
  • Financial Stability: With $196 million in assets and consistent annual giving of approximately $10 million, the foundation demonstrates long-term sustainability

References

  1. Two Eagles Foundation Inc - Grantmakers.io Profile - Accessed December 23, 2025
  2. Two Eagles Foundation Inc - ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Accessed December 23, 2025
  3. Two Eagles Foundation Inc - Tax Exempt World - Accessed December 23, 2025
  4. Two Eagles Foundation Inc - Charity Navigator - Accessed December 23, 2025
  5. Two Eagles Foundation Inc - Foundation Directory, Candid - Accessed December 23, 2025
  6. Two Eagles Foundation Inc - Grantable.co - Accessed December 23, 2025

All financial data from IRS Form 990-PF filings for tax years 2023-2024, accessed via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and Grantmakers.io.

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