Private foundation · EIN 88-1913235 · Lakefield, Minnesota · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Walter E Vogt Charitable Trust

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: 5 grants paid, $70K total, median $10K. 100% of grants stayed in Minnesota.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
5
$70K
Median grant
$10K
Stays in MN
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.1M

Grants paid in 2025

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
Saint Matthews Lutheran ChurchWorthington, MNChurch operations$30K
Nobles County Historical SocietyWorthington, MNLegacy fund$10K
Sunset Hospice CottageWorthington, MNHospice operations$10K
Manna Food Pantry IncWorthington, MNFood for the poor$10K
Our Lady of Guadalupe Free ClinicWorhington, MNHealth care for the poor$10K

About this foundation

Walter E Vogt Charitable Trust is a private grantmaking foundation in Lakefield, Minnesota, 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 Walter E Vogt Charitable Trust 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 Walter E Vogt Charitable Trust give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $70K across 5 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Walter E Vogt Charitable Trust give?

Minnesota (5 grants), per its latest filing.

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