Foundations that fund organizations in Motley, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Motley nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $103K to Motley organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Motley around $1,000. 5 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Motley
- $103K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in MN
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Motley organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rollie and Barbara Anderson Family Foundation | St Cloud, MN | 1 | $100K | $100K | Preselected only | Shamineau ranch |
| Bame Foundation | Golden Valley, MN | 1 | $1,300 | $1,300 | Yes | Ignitor fund match for charitable operations |
| Dorothy M and E Milton Kleven Family Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Program support - public charity |
| Edina Realty Foundation | Edina, MN | 1 | $250 | $250 | Yes | Assistance to the disadvantaged |
| Bluestone Giving Foundation | Stillwater, MN | 1 | $60 | $60 | Yes | Walker |
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 Motley, Minnesota?
Rollie and Barbara Anderson Family Foundation, Bame Foundation, Dorothy M and E Milton Kleven Family Foundation, Edina Realty Foundation, Bluestone Giving Foundation reported grants to Motley 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 Motley. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.