Michael W. Grebe is an American attorney, businessman, and philanthropist known for his leadership in conservative philanthropy. He served as president and CEO of the Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, a prominent grant-making organization based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from 1989 to 2016. Under his direction, the foundation provided substantial funding to conservative policy initiatives, including support for think tanks, educational programs, and civic organizations aligned with free-market and limited-government principles. Grebe also chaired the foundation's board during the presidency of Richard M. Joyce, overseeing strategic decisions that amplified its influence in American conservatism. Prior to his role at the Bradley Foundation, Grebe built a successful career in law and business. He was a partner at the Milwaukee-based law firm Foley & Lardner, specializing in corporate and business law. Earlier, he held executive positions at Kimberly-Clark Corporation, including general counsel and senior vice president, contributing to the company's growth in consumer products. Grebe's professional background combined legal expertise with business acumen, which he later applied to philanthropic leadership. Throughout his career, Grebe has been active in various nonprofit boards and advisory roles, emphasizing Judeo-Christian values, economic freedom, and community welfare. His work has positioned him as a key figure in networks of conservative influence, though he has maintained a relatively low public profile outside philanthropic circles.