Grants paid in 2025
26 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SemcacRushford, MN | Support non-emergency medical transportation for underserved rural mn populations. | $479K |
| Allina Foundationcourage Kenny Grant #2Minneapolis, MN | Support spinal cord rehabilitation research. | $139K |
| Advocates for Human Rights Grant #1Minneapolis, MN | Emergency legal assistance for underresourced clients | $100K |
| Tubman Grant #2Minneapolis, MN | Support programming for underresourced human services clients. | $100K |
| Wayside Recovery Grant #1St Louis Park, MN | Support recovery programs for underresourced pregnant and parenting persons. | $100K |
| Senior Community Services Grant #1Minnetonka, MN | Support development and delivery of technology education and support services for low-income seniors. | $90K |
| The Power of People Leadership InstituteMinneapolis, MN | Support entrepreneurship among underserved populations. | $60K |
| Advocates for Human Rights Grant #2Minneapolis, MN | Matching gift: 2025 fundraising campaign | $50K |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of AmericaNew York, NY | Develop and deliver digital tools to improve program access for underserved populations. | $50K |
| Planned Parenthood-North Central StatesSt Paul, MN | Support maternal and child health to improve health outcomes for underserved persons. | $50K |
| Senior Community Services Grant #2Minnetonka, MN | Support outreach and caregiver services for uderserved seniors and their families. | $50K |
| Tubman Grant #3Minneapolis, MN | Support programming for underresourced human services clients. | $50K |
| Wayside Recovery Grant #2St Louis Park, MN | Support recovery programs for underresourced pregnant and parenting persons. | $50K |
| Allina Foundationcourage Kenny Grant #1Minneapolis, MN | Improve utility and access for outdoor spaces for clients and staff. | $31K |
| Advocates for Human Rights Grant #4Minneapolis, MN | Legal services for underresourced clients | $30K |
| The Power of People Leadership InstituteMinneapolis, MN | Support job fair for underserved populations. | $25K |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center (wrc)Roseville, MN | Support veterinary intern training program and related community initiatives | $25K |
| Advocates for Human Rights Grant #3Minneapolis, MN | 2025 human rights awards dinner | $10K |
| Beyond the Dance NetworkSt Paul, MN | Food and clothing for unhoused persons. | $10K |
| Equamore FoundationAshland, OR | Improved utility for the care of rescued hourses and donkeys. | $10K |
| Helping PawsEden Prairie, MN | In honor of hortman family: support training and placement of companion animals for first responders, veterans. | $10K |
| Tubman Grant #1Minneapolis, MN | Support provision of household essentials for underresourced clients. | $10K |
| A Fund of Their Own Grant #1Minneapolis, MN | Girls and womens sports participation | $5,500 |
| A Fund of Their Own Grant #2Minneapolis, MN | Fundraising event november 2025 | $5,000 |
| Safe Haven Pet SanctuaryGreen Bay, WI | Support feline rescue and rehoming. | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts River ValleySt Paul, MN | Support girl's leadership programs. | $3,000 |
By state: Minnesota 23 · New York 1 · Oregon 1 · Wisconsin 1
About this foundation
Mary Ruth Weisel Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Bloomington, Minnesota, administered in care of Elizabeth Michaelis, tax-exempt since 2022. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Mary Ruth Weisel 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 Mary Ruth Weisel Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.5M across 26 grants, a median of $41K.
Where does Mary Ruth Weisel Foundation give?
Minnesota (23 grants), New York (1 grants), Oregon (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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