WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION
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The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Wisconsin. With a total of $100.6 million in grants paid in 2025, WARF operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with WARF can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SUPPORT UW-MADISON AND MORGRIDGE BY PROVIDING FUNCTIONAL SUPPORT AND GRANTS FOR RESEARCH.
Cause Areas
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Alumni relations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE MORGRIDGE INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH INC
$417.8M
33%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Wisconsin. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $31.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $100.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE MORGRIDGE INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.