The Mensa of Wisconsin Foundation is a philanthropic organization established with an endowment by the members of Mensa of Wisconsin in 1986 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt foundation.

MOWF was created to support and engage in educational, scientific, literacy and charitable endeavors. These endeavors include supporting, encouraging and conducting scholarship and awards programs to assist deserving individuals in their pursuit of education, training and research. Individuals or groups requesting funds must be a resident in the area served by Mensa of Wisconsin, i.e.,the state of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

MOWF rewards dedication to and achievement in learning through college scholarships, adult literacy, science fair awards and grants to local researchers. To nurture and sustain a love of reading, MOWF has funded or donated books to a variety of institutions such as schools, libraries, halfway houses and nursing homes.

To request funding please submit an application letter stating:
The reason for your request, the amount of the request and how the funds are to be used.
If applicable, send along a copy of your current year's budget or financial statement. The MOWF grants are typically less than $500.