Mortenson Company Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mortenson Company Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $550,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$550,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$22.1 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $410,000 the year before.
63% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $410,000 | 21 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $550,000 | 25 | $22.1 million |
How to apply
Mortenson Company Foundation 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 Mortenson Company Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $120,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $55,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $45,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $35,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier Scholars | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The Medical College of Wisconsin Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Banner Health Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Chicago Women in Trades | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Dress for Success Twin Cities | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Junior Achievement USA | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Operation Fresh Start Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Adventist Healthcare Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| San Carlos Apache Tribe of the San Carlos Reservat | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Works | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| 4 13 Strong Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Constructing Hope Pre- Apprenticeship Program | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Inc | Volunteer projects in Fall 2023 | $20,000 |
| Wreaths Across America | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders Associati | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Edgehill Neighborhood Partnership | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Oregon Tradeswomen Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Crossbridge Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Phyllis Wheatley Community Center Inc | Phyllis Wheatley's Camp Katharine Parsons Community Fund | $10,000 |
| True Foundation Church | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Utah State University | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Derek Cunz
- Dan Johnson
- Lois Martin
- David Mortenson
- Mark Mortenson
- Maja Rosenquist
Questions people ask
Does Mortenson Company Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mortenson Company Foundation give?
$550,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Mortenson Company Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Derek Cunz (Dir, Sec), Dan Johnson (Dir, Pres), Lois Martin (Treas, Dir) and David Mortenson (Dir) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Mortenson Company Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.