Private foundation · EIN 46-3026002 · Minnetonka, Minnesota · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Leonard J Mikulay 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 2025 Form 990-PF: 6 grants paid, $425K total, median $100K. 100% of grants stayed in Minnesota.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
6
$425K
Median grant
$100K
Stays in MN
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$5.3M

Grants paid in 2025

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
Mn Hundred ClubAnoka, MNPayment to assist in the operating expenses of Org$100K
Minnesota Assistance Council VetsSt Paul, MNAssist in Building of Dog Facility & future funds$100K
Minnesota Assistance Council VetsSt Paul, MNHome for the Holidays Campaign with WCCO TV$100K
Sharing and Caring HandsMinneapolis, MNAnnual Gift to fund and provide for operating exps$100K
Hearts and HammersSt Paul, MNTo support day to day activities of Organization$20K
Minnesota Assistance Council VetsSt Paul, MNMission Sponsor to Sponsor Servicewomen Golf Event$5,000

About this foundation

Leonard J Mikulay Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota, administered in care of James M Misencik, tax-exempt since 2013. 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 Leonard J Mikulay Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 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 Leonard J Mikulay Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $425K across 6 grants, a median of $100K.

Where does Leonard J Mikulay Foundation give?

Minnesota (6 grants), per its latest filing.

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