How to apply
Written applications submitted annually by qualified charitable organizations which are reviewed and approved by a three-person board of trustees. Charitable organization grant applicants must state the purpose and proposed use of funds, expected benefits to the organization, and expected benefits to the community at large in the application for the requested grant amount, and be able to document how the grant funds will actually be spent. If the requesting organizations are requesting grants for special projects that will require additional funds from other parties, the requesting organizati… Contact: Richard C Kelsey, 8 West Main St, Madelia, Mn, 5076422800, RICH@KAT.CPA Deadlines: October 1 of each year. Restrictions: Grants awarded to qualified charitable organizations are to be used solely for charitable purposes which serve and/or benefit madelia, lake crystal, and the area within a 10 mile radius.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
12 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madelia HealthMadelia, MN | Upgrade medical equipment | $30K |
| Madelia Health FoundationMadelia, MN | Support coummunity health care | $30K |
| Lake Crystal Area Recreation CenterLake Crystal, MN | Rec center expansion | $25K |
| Madelia Community Food ShelfMadelia, MN | Feed residents with food insecurity | $6,000 |
| Lake Crystal Wellcome Memorial Music DepartmentLake Crystal, MN | Band equipment | $6,000 |
| Madelia Baseballsoftball AssocMadelia, MN | Improvements at ballpark | $5,000 |
| Lake Crystal Baeball AssociationLake Crystal, MN | Field upgrades | $5,000 |
| Twin Valley Council Boy Scouts of AmericaMadelia, MN | Activities, uniforms & supplies | $2,500 |
| Watonwan County 4-H FederationSt James, MN | Learning & community service program | $2,000 |
| Little Lakers Child Care CenterLake Crystal, MN | Childcare equipment | $1,000 |
| Lions Club of MadeliaMadelia, MN | Activities for coummunity youth | $750 |
| Madelia Senior Transportation GroupMadelia, MN | Driver reimbursement | $100 |
About this foundation
Howard Rasmussen Charitable Trust Dated January 1 2023 is a private grantmaking foundation in Madelia, Minnesota, administered in care of Richard C Kelsey, tax-exempt since 2024. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Howard Rasmussen Charitable Trust Dated January 1 2023 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 Howard Rasmussen Charitable Trust Dated January 1 2023 give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $113K across 12 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Howard Rasmussen Charitable Trust Dated January 1 2023 give?
Minnesota (12 grants), per its latest filing.
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