Private foundation · EIN 87-2796402 · Avon, Minnesota · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Foundation 94

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: 6 grants paid, $920K total, median $150K. 100% of grants stayed in Minnesota.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
6
$920K
Median grant
$150K
Stays in MN
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$17M

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
Mn Elks Youth CampNisswa, MNGeneral fund$350K
University of St ThomasSt Paul, MNEducation$200K
University of St ThomasSt Paul, MNGeneral fund$200K
Scsu Herb Brooks FundSt Cloud, MNHerb brooks fund$100K
River of Life Assembly of God ChurchCold Spring, MNMinistry$50K
Phases Family SupportAvon, MNHumanitarian$20K

About this foundation

Foundation 94 is a private grantmaking foundation in Avon, Minnesota, administered in care of Attn Christine J Schmidt, 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.

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Does Foundation 94 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 Foundation 94 give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $920K across 6 grants, a median of $150K.

Where does Foundation 94 give?

Minnesota (6 grants), per its latest filing.

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