Foundations that fund organizations in Wadena, Minnesota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Wadena nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $19K to Wadena organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Wadena around $5,000. 2 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 Wadena
- $19K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in MN
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Wadena organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Company Foundation | Fergus Falls, MN | 1 | $9,000 | $9,000 | Yes | Scholarship Funds |
| Offutt Family Foundation | Fargo, ND | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Magnifi Financial Foundation | Melrose, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Donation to support the construction of 3 additional weathe… |
| Assurant Foundation | Atlanta, GA | 1 | $26 | $26 | Preselected only | Financial Assistance |
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 Wadena, Minnesota?
Otter Tail Power Company Foundation, Offutt Family Foundation, Magnifi Financial Foundation, Assurant Foundation reported grants to Wadena 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 Wadena. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.