Foundations that fund organizations in Shakopee, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Shakopee nonprofits
34 private foundations gave $825K to Shakopee organizations in their latest filings; 14 of the 34 that say either way accept applications.
50 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Shakopee around $2,000. 22 of these funders are based in Minnesota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 34
- Accept applications
- 14
- of 34 that state a policy
- Dollars to Shakopee
- $825K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 50
- Typical median grant
- $2,000
- Based in MN
- 65%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Shakopee organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sauer Family Foundation | St Paul, MN | 2 | $443K | $222K | Yes | Building strong family relationships |
| Mortenson Family Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 2 | $70K | $35K | Yes | Capacity building; Unrestricted |
| Anderson Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 2 | $50K | $25K | Preselected only | General donation |
| The Richard M Schulze Family Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 4 | $40K | $5,100 | Yes | Human services; Education |
| Two Eagles Foundation Inc | Tomahawk, WI | 1 | $40K | $40K | Preselected only | Tuition assistance |
| Pamela Bakken Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 2 | $30K | $15K | Preselected only | General purpose to be determined by the grantee |
| Butzow Family Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 2 | $30K | $15K | Preselected only | To provide support for public charitable organization |
| St Agnes Catholic Education Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 2 | $24K | $12K | Preselected only | Religious |
| Sampson Family Foundation | Richfield, MN | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | General operations |
| Edina Realty Foundation | Edina, MN | 2 | $16K | $8,000 | Yes | Assistance to the disadvantaged |
| Trustone Foundation | Plymouth, MN | 1 | $16K | $16K | Preselected only | General support |
| Raymond B Pinson Family Foundation | Delray Beach, FL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Spread the gospel of jesus christ |
| Skanse Family Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | Preselected only | Religious-general tax exempt purpose |
| Kotula Family Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Boston Scientific Foundation Inc | Marlborough, MA | 1 | $4,075 | $4,075 | Yes | Tlc outdoor program |
| International Paper Company Foundation | Memphis, TN | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Yes | Domestic abuse advocacy center |
| The Johnnie and Shirley Johnson Family Foundation | Fountain Hills, AZ | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | To achieve the goals of the Organization |
| Granite Foundation Agency (plg) | Mendota Heights, MN | 1 | $1,563 | $1,563 | Yes | Mn vikings tickets |
| Heaven Sent Foundation | Bloomington, MN | 1 | $1,544 | $1,544 | Preselected only | Ministry |
| Russell T Lund Charitable Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Yes | General operating |
| Otter Cares Foundation Aka Ottercares Foundation | Fort Collins, CO | 3 | $1,470 | $500 | Preselected only | Shawna Wilson's classroom: Joselin Sanchez Flores' Project…; Shawna Wilson's Family and Consumer Sciences classroom: Lin…; Shawna Wilson's classroom: Aster Davis' Project Heart servi… |
| Hall Family Foundation | Hudson, WI | 1 | $1,035 | $1,035 | Preselected only | To enhance the lives of veterans and other individuals |
| Xcel Energy Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 3 | $900 | $100 | Yes | Match a previous donation (501(c)3) grant; Match credit card donation (501(c)3) grant |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 2 | $850 | $425 | Preselected only | Volunteer program; Matching gifts |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Community improvement |
| Walter C Rasmussen - Northeast Bank Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | General support |
| The Bwbr Foundation | St Paul, MN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | General capital campaign |
| Bame Foundation | Golden Valley, MN | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Grant funded through st mary's church car show charitable e… |
| Pentair Foundation | Golden Valley, MN | 2 | $220 | $110 | Yes | Matching Gift |
| Rsc Foundation Inc | Boston, MA | 1 | $200 | $200 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Amica Companies Foundation | Lincoln, RI | 1 | $180 | $180 | Preselected only | General purpose |
| Apex Foundation Dba Inbylt Foundation | Crystal, MN | 1 | $125 | $125 | Preselected only | General funding |
| Scott Richards North Star Charitable Foundation Dba Scott Richards North Star | Minneapolis, MN | 1 | $100 | $100 | Yes | General |
| The Grace Upon Grace Mooty Family Foundation | Edina, MN | 1 | $25 | $25 | Preselected only | Religious |
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 Shakopee, Minnesota?
The Sauer Family Foundation, Mortenson Family Foundation, Anderson Foundation, The Richard M Schulze Family Foundation, Two Eagles Foundation Inc and 29 others reported grants to Shakopee 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 Shakopee. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.