Foundations that fund organizations in Cook, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Cook nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $39K to Cook organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Cook around $5,000. 2 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Cook
- $39K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MN
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Cook organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genfinity Foundation Inc | Cook, MN | 3 | $20K | $5,000 | Yes | Public education; Public recreation opportunities; Educational assistance |
| Db Anderson Charitable Foundation | Lancaster, PA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Educational - general tax exempt purpose |
| Breckenridge Charitable Trust | Chicago, IL | 1 | $5,621 | $5,621 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Carlson Family Lightshield Foundation | Elk River, MN | 1 | $3,510 | $3,510 | Preselected only | General support |
| Greene Family Foundation | Tallahassee, FL | 1 | $350 | $350 | Preselected only | General support |
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 Cook, Minnesota?
Genfinity Foundation Inc, Db Anderson Charitable Foundation, Breckenridge Charitable Trust, Carlson Family Lightshield Foundation, Greene Family Foundation reported grants to Cook 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 Cook. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.