Private foundation · EIN 36-3418218 · Mendota Hts, Minnesota

Gilligan Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 1 grants paid, $457K total, median $457K. 100% of grants stayed in Minnesota.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
1
$457K
Median grant
$457K
Stays in MN
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$3.5M

About this foundation

Gilligan Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Mendota Hts, Minnesota, tax-exempt since 1986. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Gilligan Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Gilligan Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $457K across 1 grants, a median of $457K.

Where does Gilligan Foundation give?

Minnesota (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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