Private foundation · EIN 36-3492677 · Golden Valley, Minnesota

Squam Lake 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: 12 grants paid, $400K total, median $20K. 100% of grants stayed in Minnesota.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
12
$400K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in MN
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.7M

Grants paid in 2024

12 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Mayo ClinicRochester, MNMedical education, research, patient care$150K
Macphail Center for MusicMinneapolis, MNChamber music education, training, performance$37K
Interfaith Outreach & Community PartnersPlymouth, MNCommunity outreach-food shelf, housing, employment$30K
Westminster Presbyterian ChurchMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach/food shelf$30K
The Basilica of St Maryst Vincent de Paul MinistryMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach- serving people in need$25K
Agate HousingMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach - housing stability, street outreach, shelter & housing$20K
Banyan CommunityMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach - youth, family, community$20K
Second Harvest HeartlandBrooklyn Park, MNCommunity outreach/food shelf$20K
Union Gospel Mission Twin CitiesSt Paul, MNCommunity outreach - food, shelter, clothing, healthcare$20K
Simpson Housing Services IncMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach - overnight shelter, stable/supportive housing, children & youth programs$18K
Planned ParenthoodMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach - general opperational support$15K
TubmanMinneapolis, MNCommunity outreach - general opperational support$15K

About this foundation

Squam Lake Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Golden Valley, Minnesota, tax-exempt since 1987. 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 Squam Lake 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 Squam Lake Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $400K across 12 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Squam Lake Foundation give?

Minnesota (12 grants), per its latest filing.

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