Arts, Culture, Humanities : Libraries, Historical Societies and Landmark Preservation
Wisconsin Historical Foundation
Serving the Wisconsin Historical Society since 1954
Compensation of Leaders (FYE 06/2010)
| Compensation | % of Expenses | Paid to | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $119,098 | 3.01% | Melinda Heinritz | Executive Director |
Mission
Established in 1954, the mission of the Wisconsin Historical Foundation (WHF) is to strengthen the Wisconsin Historical Society's ability to fulfill its public mandate and mission to help people connect to the past. The WHF fulfills its mission by increasing awareness, engaging with audiences, and fostering philanthropic relationships throughout Wisconsin and beyond, and by seeking resources and solutions that make visionary and entrepreneurial ideas possible. The Society was founded in 1846, two years before Wisconsin became the 30th state, and it ranks as one of the largest, most active, and most diversified state historical societies in the nation. The Society helps people connect to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing stories.
Charities Performing Similar Types of Work
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Historical Foundation - WI | 64.27 | |
| The Los Angeles Conservancy - CA | 62.11 | |
| The Massachusetts Historical Society - MA | 66.30 | |
| Minnesota Historical Society - MN | 64.61 | |
| Marine Corps Heritage Foundation - VA | 55.36 |
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Historical Foundation - WI | 64.27 | |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund - DC | 60.99 | |
| National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund - DC | 51.47 | |
| Marine Corps Heritage Foundation - VA | 55.36 | |
| Daughters of the American Revolution - DC | 46.48 | |
| Academy Foundation - CA | 0.00 | DA |
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