Updated Nov 1, 2026
Private foundations based in Prior Lake, Minnesota
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Prior Lake, Minnesota, holding $42M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 0 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakken Family Wrc Foundationsince 1996 | $1.1M24 grants · 2025 | $23K | Preselected only | $18M |
| Roles Family Foundationsince 2008 | $366K21 grants · 2025 | $14K | Preselected only | $5.6M |
| Sower Foundationsince 2018 | $365K8 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $3.3M |
| Oakfish Foundation U-A-D 11-12-14since 2015 | $176K10 grants · 2024 | $5,500 | Preselected only | $4.4M |
| Jeffers Foundationsince 2005 | — | — | Preselected only | $10M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Minnesota
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Minnesota State Arts Board — Organizational GrantsStateMinnesota State Arts Board | Minnesota State Arts Board | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Minnesota Humanities Center — Humanities GrantsStateMinnesota Humanities Center | Minnesota Humanities Center | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Prior Lake, Minnesota?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in Prior Lake, Minnesota with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $42M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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