Foundations that fund organizations in Minnapolis, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Minnapolis nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $44K to Minnapolis organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Minnapolis around $5,000. 3 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Minnapolis
- $44K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MN
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Minnapolis organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hampe Family Foundation | Holmen, WI | 1 | $37K | $37K | Preselected only | program needs |
| Opus Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | North Commons Park Campaign |
| Hubert H Humphrey Foundation Inc Attn Jill Gillis | Excelsior, MN | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | To further goals of recipient |
| Brett Hack Vasculitis Charities | Brainerd, MN | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Research grant |
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 Minnapolis, Minnesota?
The Hampe Family Foundation, Opus Foundation, Hubert H Humphrey Foundation Inc Attn Jill Gillis, Brett Hack Vasculitis Charities reported grants to Minnapolis 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 Minnapolis. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.