The Cornwall Foundation M A
Preselected recipients only
The Cornwall Foundation M A is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $155,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.0 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$155,000
- Assets$27.5 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $900,000 the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $820,125 | 28 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $900,000 | 29 | $21.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 29 | $27.5 million |
How to apply
The Cornwall Foundation M A says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Cornwall Foundation M A funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $545,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $155,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $135,000 |
| Arizona | 6 | $116,000 |
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | General fund | $155,000 |
| Delasalle High School | General fund | $100,000 |
| MPLS Heart Institute Foundation | General fund | $100,000 |
| Wallin Education Partners | General fund | $88,500 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General fund | $85,000 |
| Alliance for Catholic Education | General fund | $80,000 |
| Honor Health Foundation | General fund | $60,000 |
| Allina Health Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Aim Higher Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Ascension Catholic School | General fund | $25,000 |
| Celiac Disease Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Drake University | General fund | $25,000 |
| Folds of Honor | General fund | $25,000 |
| Lady of Grace | General fund | $25,000 |
| People Incorporated | General fund | $15,000 |
| Bourgade Catholic High School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Center for the American Experiment | General fund | $10,000 |
| Desert Foothills YMCA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | General fund | $10,000 |
| St John Paul II Catholic High School | General fund | $10,000 |
| YMCA of the North | General find | $10,000 |
| Baby Quest Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Foundation Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Save | General fund | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo | General fund | $4,000 |
| Gull Chain of Lakes Association | General fund | $1,500 |
| Lake Minnetonka Association | General fund | $1,000 |
| Musical Instrument Museum | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ann Baker
- Looe Baker III
- Looe Baker
Questions people ask
Does The Cornwall Foundation M A accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cornwall Foundation M A give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Cornwall Foundation M A?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Ann Baker (President), Looe Baker III (VP Director) and Looe Baker (Director).
What does The Cornwall Foundation M A fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.