Foundations that fund organizations in Backus, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Backus nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $91K to Backus organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Backus around $500. 2 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Backus
- $91K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $500
- Based in MN
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Backus organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sauer Family Foundation | St Paul, MN | 1 | $91K | $91K | Yes | Building a diverse workforce |
| The Grand Lodge of Minnesota Ioof Foundation | Hutchinson, MN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Educational |
| Assurant Foundation | Atlanta, GA | 1 | $10 | $10 | Preselected only | Financial Assistance |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Backus, Minnesota?
The Sauer Family Foundation, The Grand Lodge of Minnesota Ioof Foundation, Assurant Foundation reported grants to Backus organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Backus. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.