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Form 990-PFTax year 2025EIN 39-6062129

Oshkosh Corporation Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Oshkosh, WI. Its return for tax year 2025 lists 75 grants and $1.1 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2025 (period ending Dec 31, 2025), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Suzanne M Lippold
1917 Four Wheel Drive
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 502-3290
Form and materials
Part XIV, Line 2b: All requests for funding must be received through the Foundation's website (www.oshkoshcorp.com/en/impact/foundation/grants) and include information on the organization requesting the grant, including dollar amount requested, tax exempt status, program or project, list of officers, Form 990, annual report and income/expense statements and balance sheets.
Deadlines
December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30
Restrictions
Focus is on where Oshkosh Corporation has team members with emphasis on basic needs for families and youth, mentoring programs, arts and culture with a link to youth and basic needs, as well as industries where the company does business.

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2025

    $1,124,200

    Grants listed
    75
    Assets, end of year
    $253,062
  • Tax year 2024

    $1,234,250

    Grants listed
    58
    Assets, end of year
    $81,853
  • Tax year 2023

    $492,000

    Grants listed
    28
    Assets, end of year
    $1,336,078
  • Tax year 2022

    $1,232,000

    Grants listed
    61
    Assets, end of year
    $1,128,060
  • Tax year 2021

    $1,336,750

    Grants listed
    59
    Assets, end of year
    $566,097
  • Tax year 2020

    $1,139,250

    Grants listed
    70
    Assets, end of year
    $717,123
  • Tax year 2019

    $810,750

    Grants listed
    52
    Assets, end of year
    $1,556,067

Grants paid in 2025

75 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Basic Needs Giving Partnership (US Venture)Green Bay, WI

    To support the people and places advancing equity and economic well being for everyone.

    $200,000
  2. Scholarship America IncMinneapolis, MN

    To provide scholarship awards to individuals nationwide.

    $124,500
  3. Oshkosh Area United WayOshkosh, WI

    Improving lives by creating solutions to community needs.

    $100,000
  4. Emergency Assistance Foundation IncOrlando, FL

    To provide disaster recovery plans for employers.

    $50,000
  5. Fox Cities Performing Arts CenterAppleton, WI

    To support performing arts center operations.

    $50,000
  6. Boys & Girls Club of OshkoshOshkosh, WI

    To support character education programs: basic needs for club kids.

    $40,000
  7. Oshkosh Area Community FoundationOshkosh, WI

    To support scholarship fund.

    $39,000
  8. International Towing and Recovery Hall of FameChattanooga, TN

    To provide immediate financial support to families of towing operators who lose their lives in the line of service in our industry.

    $30,000
  9. Boys & Girls Club of the Fox Valley IncAppleton, WI

    To support character education programs.

    $23,500
  10. Oshkosh Area Community PantryOshkosh, WI

    To support community food pantry.

    $20,000
  11. United Way of Olmsted CountyRochester, MN

    To support social services programs.

    $16,000
  12. RawhideNew London, WI

    To support character education programs.

    $15,000
  13. Children in Need IncHagerstown, MD

    To support children with essential items and educational supplies.

    $15,000
  14. Boys and Girls Club of Washington County MDHagerstown, MD

    To enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

    $15,000
  15. Maryland Food BankBaltimore, MD

    Hunger Relief Operational Support for MFB Western Maryland Neighbors.

    $15,000
  16. United Way of Franklin CountyChambersburg, PA

    To strengthens the community by connecting people, resources, and information to support education, workforce development, and community well-being.

    $15,000
  17. St Joseph Food ProgramMenasha, WI

    To provide free, nutritious food to families and individuals in need in Outagamie, Winnebago, and Calumet counties.

    $15,000
  18. Pillars IncAppleton, WI

    Provides shelter, support, and solutions to address the housing needs in our community.

    $13,500
  19. Day by Day Warming Shelter IncOshkosh, WI

    To support emergency shelter operations for homeless in oshkosh area.

    $10,000
  20. Channel One IncRochester, MN

    To provide basic needs to people in times of crisis due to job loss, medical problems, or personal disaster.

    $10,000
  21. Girls Inc of Washington CountyHagerstown, MD

    To develop girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow up to be healthy, educated, and independent.

    $10,000
  22. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington CountyHaggerstown, MD

    To Support Mentoring Programs for Children.

    $10,000
  23. Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central WisconsinNeenah, WI

    To support mentoring programs for children.

    $10,000
  24. Religious Effort to Assist & Care for the homelessHagerstown, MD

    To support cold weather shelter and case management program.

    $10,000
  25. Cots IncAppleton, WI

    To support shelter operations for homeless in fox valley.

    $10,000
  26. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida IncOrlando, FL

    To provide food and fights hunger across the region.

    $10,000
  27. Gleaners Community Food BankDetroit, MI

    To provide nutritious food for households across Southeast Michigan.

    $10,000
  28. Boys and Girls Club of Central FloridaOrlando, FL

    To help youth succeed through safe spaces and life-skill programs.

    $10,000
  29. Jakes Diapers IncNeenah, WI

    To restore dignity and foster thriving communities by providing essential hygiene items at no cost through strong local partnerships.

    $8,500
  30. Paws and Claws IncRochester, MN

    To provide humane protection and shelter to abandoned or lost companion animals.

    $8,500
  31. Community for Hope of Greater Oshkosh IncOshkosh, WI

    To promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention in Winnebago County, WI.

    $8,500
  32. Down with Mylestones IncorporatedClintonville, WI

    To educate and empower individuals about Down syndrome and other special needs.

    $8,500
  33. Youth Impact IncorporatedOgden, UT

    To provide children in Ogden and the surrounding community with a safe, supportive space to learn, connect, and discover their potential.

    $8,500
  34. Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services IncOshkosh, WI

    To support character education programs on the effects of domestic abuse and dating violence for women.

    $7,500
  35. Boys & Girls Club of RochesterRochester, MN

    To provides free, safe, and mentoring-focused programs for young ages 5-18.

    $7,500
  36. Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina IncCharlotte, NC

    To provide food to help end hunger in local communities.

    $7,500
  37. Big Brothers Big Sisters-UpstateGreenville, SC

    To empower youth through one-to-one mentoring.

    $7,500
  38. Young Mens Christian AssociationOshkosh, WI

    To Support YMCA Programs.

    $7,000
  39. Habitat for Humanity International (Bradenton)Bradenton, FL

    To builds and repairs affordable homes to help local families.

    $5,200
  40. Habitat for Humanity OshkoshOshkosh, WI

    To support low income housing programs.

    $5,000
  41. Second Harvest Food Bank of East TennesseeMaryville, TN

    To support East Tennessee disaster relief from Hurricane Helene program.

    $5,000
  42. Upstate Warrior Solution IncGreenville, SC

    To supports veterans, first responders, and their families with education and basic needs.

    $5,000
  43. Habitat for Humanity International (Spartanburg)Spartanburg, SC

    To helps families achieve homeownership.

    $5,000
  44. Reach Counseling Service IncNeenah, WI

    To Support survivors of sexual violence through counseling, advocacy, and education.

    $5,000
  45. Samaritan Counseling Center of the Fox Valley IncMenasha, WI

    To provide affordable mental health counseling to help people thrive.

    $5,000
  46. Habitat for Humanity of Washington CountyHagerstown, MD

    To builds and repairs homes for local families in Washington County.

    $5,000
  47. United Way of Bedford CountyBedford, PA

    To support local community partners and their programs.

    $5,000
  48. Boys and Girls Clubs of Dumplin ValleyWhite Pine, TN

    To provide afterschool programs for youth in Jefferson and Cocke Counties.

    $5,000
  49. Riverview Gardens IncAppleton, WI

    To supports people by providing job training and employment to help them overcome poverty.

    $5,000
  50. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Weber-DavisOgden, UT

    To provide activities that promote academic success, healthy choices, and positive character development for youth.

    $5,000
  51. Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle TNNashville, TN

    To provide food and fights hunger across the region.

    $5,000
  52. Lyme Treatment Foundation IncBoca Raton, FL

    Provides financial assistance for Lyme disease testing and treatment not covered by insurance.

    $3,500
  53. Valley Packaging Industries IncAppleton, WI

    To promotes dignity and independence for individuals with disabilities or disadvantages.

    $3,500
  54. South Central Stem CollectiveChambersburg, PA

    To inspires K-12 students through hands-on STEM learning, mentorship, and collaborative innovation.

    $3,500
  55. Peking University Alumni Association in ChicagoLong Grove, IL

    To connect alumni and communities while fostering collaboration and cultural engagement.

    $3,500
  56. Shield of Sisters IncFort Atkinson, WI

    To support survivors of military sexual trauma (MST) through healing, empowerment, and long-term restoration.

    $3,500
  57. Girls Who Code IncNew York, NY

    Inspiring, educating, and equipping girls with the skills and confidence to pursue computing careers.

    $3,500
  58. Sam Schmidt FoundationIndianapolis, IN

    Support to individuals with paralysis and neurological conditions.

    $3,500
  59. House Of Hope Green Bay IncGreen Bay, WI

    To support emergency shelter services for youth and young parents experiencing homelessness.

    $3,500
  60. Glut1 Deficiency FoundationOwingsville, KY

    To support and advocate for the Glut1 Deficiency community.

    $3,500
  61. Saving Paws Animal Rescue IncAppleton, WA

    To rescue animals and provide homes or lifelong care.

    $3,500
  62. Oshkosh Kids Foundation IncOshkosh, WI

    To support children and families by meeting immediate needs in Oshkosh area.

    $3,500
  63. Headsup Fox Cities CorpNeenah, WI

    Support for programs to enable former foster youth to transition into independent adulthood.

    $3,500
  64. Girlup GVLGreenville, SC

    To empower young women through mentorship and leadership.

    $3,500
  65. Wounded Warrior Project IncJacksonville, FL

    To support programs for services for wounded, ill and injured veterans, service members and their families.

    $3,500
  66. The V FoundationCary, NC

    To Support Cancer Research Programs.

    $3,500
  67. Cystic Fibrosis FoundationWest Des Moines, IA

    To cure cystic fibrosis and improve the lives of people with CF through research and care.

    $3,500
  68. Baby Blues ConnectionPortland, OR

    To provide accessible peer support and resources for perinatal mental health.

    $3,500
  69. United Way of Washington County Maryland IncHagerstown, MD

    To mobilizes communities to improve lives.

    $3,500
  70. Orlando Hackerspaces IncLongwood, FL

    To foster a collaborative community of learning and creativity through hands-on projects and shared skills.

    $3,500
  71. Operation Motorsport Program Foundation IncMount Airy, MD

    To support medically retired or retiring service members through motorsport-based recovery.

    $3,500
  72. Eden Firemens AssociationEden, WI

    To equip and support the Eden Fire Department.

    $3,500
  73. Guitars for VetsBrookfield, WI

    To supports Veteran healing through evidence based music programs.

    $3,500
  74. Paws and StripesAlbuquerque, NM

    To support veterans and their families through animal assisted mental health care.

    $3,500
  75. Food Bank of IowaDes Moines, IA

    To Support Fighting Childhood Hunger in Hancock County Program.

    $2,500

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Human services13 grants $102,50022% of the total
  2. Philanthropy and grantmaking6 grants $82,00018% of the total
  3. Youth development7 grants $74,50016% of the total
  4. Food and agriculture7 grants $70,00015% of the total
  5. Arts and culture1 grant $50,00011% of the total
  6. Housing and shelter2 grants $23,5005% of the total
  7. 10 other causes14 grants $60,50013% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Wisconsin29 grants $630,500
  2. Minnesota5 grants $166,500
  3. Maryland8 grants $83,500
  4. Florida6 grants $82,200
  5. Tennessee4 grants $45,000
  6. Pennsylvania3 grants $23,500
  7. South Carolina4 grants $21,000
  8. North Carolina3 grants $14,500
  9. Utah2 grants $13,500
  10. Michigan1 grant $10,000

Officers, directors and trustees

7 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Suzanne M LippoldSECRETARY Hours 4Pay $0
  • John C PfeiferPRESIDENT, TRUSTEE Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Ignacio A CortinaVICE PRESIDENT, TRUSTEE Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Bryan K BrandtVICE PRESIDENT, TRUSTEE Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Michael E PackVICE PRESIDENT, TRUSTEE Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Matthew A FieldVP, Trustee, Treasurer Hours 0.5Pay $0
  • Michael G PowerVICE PRESIDENT, TRUSTEE Hours 0.5Pay $0

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