Foundations that fund organizations in Minnestonka, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Minnestonka nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $16K to Minnestonka organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Minnestonka around $5,000. 2 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Minnestonka
- $16K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MN
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Minnestonka organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert William and Nina Gayle Sit Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Health care |
| Noll Family Foundation C/O Lynn Noll | Excelsior, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | To advance charitable cause |
| Crescent Electric Charitable Foundation | East Dubuque, IL | 1 | $800 | $800 | Preselected only | Donation for Paid Volunteer Time Program |
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 Minnestonka, Minnesota?
The Robert William and Nina Gayle Sit Foundation, Noll Family Foundation C/O Lynn Noll, Crescent Electric Charitable Foundation reported grants to Minnestonka 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 Minnestonka. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.