Foundations that fund organizations in Lake Crystal, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Lake Crystal nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $99K to Lake Crystal organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Lake Crystal around $7,000. 3 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Lake Crystal
- $99K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $7,000
- Based in MN
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Lake Crystal organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen a Taylor Foundation | North Mankato, MN | 1 | $50K | $50K | Yes | Operations |
| Howard Rasmussen Charitable Trust Dated January 1 2023 | Madelia, MN | 4 | $37K | $5,500 | Preselected only | Rec center expansion; Field upgrades; Band equipment |
| Prairiecare Fund | Brooklyn Park, MN | 1 | $7,000 | $7,000 | Yes | 2024 mental health grant |
| Centerpoint Energy Foundation Inc | Houston, TX | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General donation |
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 Lake Crystal, Minnesota?
Glen a Taylor Foundation, Howard Rasmussen Charitable Trust Dated January 1 2023, Prairiecare Fund, Centerpoint Energy Foundation Inc reported grants to Lake Crystal 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 Lake Crystal. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.