Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation
Accepts applications
Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation is a private foundation in Marco Island, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$42,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$36,964
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $47,500 | 24 | $47,493 |
| 2024 | $45,500 | 24 | $15,535 |
| 2025 | $42,500 | 22 | $36,964 |
How to apply
| Contact | John W Meara 1239 Orange CT, Marco Island, FL 34145-2325 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (816) 210-6900 |
| What to submit | The board of managers of the minnesouri scholarship foundation will administer the initial application selection process. Applicants for the scholarship will complete scholarship application forms provided by the foundation. The board of managers will make selections based on their review of the written applications and interviews with the applicants if necessary. |
| Restrictions | The scholarship program is established to assist employees and children of employees of the minnesouri homes association, hereinafter referred to as the "minnesouri club", a homes association located in miltona, Minnesota and members of the surrounding community. There will be no other limitations or restrictions, other than demonstrated need. The approximate number of eligible students is not known. Qualities to be considered by the selection committee will be academic credentials (or at least the promise of the same on a probationary basis), demonstration of social consciousness, potential leadership qualities and long-term goals. The number of scholarships to be awarded each year may vary depending upon eligible recipients employed by the minnesouri club. |
What Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $14,500 |
| North Dakota | 7 | $14,000 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Dakota FBO Lauren Revering | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Texas Tech University FBO Rayna Holm | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Martin Luther College FBO Lawton Ketelson | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Louisiana State University FBO Bailey Schaefer | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Hamline University FBO Emma Ramstorf | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Bethel University FBO Elliot Kent | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Bethel University FBO Jaran Roste | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Winona State University FBO Sara Eddy | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison FBO Larissa Hoffarth | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison FBO Bria Hoffarth | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse FBO Hailie B Kent | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of North Dakota FBO Korrie Lyn Randt | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of North Dakota FBO Addison Fettig | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota FBO Gretchen Bredberg | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| North Dakota State University FBO Sara Toyl | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| North Dakota State University FBO Alison Krasky | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| North Dakota State University FBO Aleah G Miller | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Concordia College FBO Kaia Emter | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Bethel University FBO Chloe Steele | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of North Dakota FBO Pearse Mark Byrne | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse FBO Elizabeth Heydt | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Alexandria High School Deca Program | Underwrite program | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Meara
- Ann Pape
- Robert Scott
Questions people ask
Does Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation give?
$42,500 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John W Meara (Trustee), Ann Pape (Trustee) and Robert Scott (Trustee).
What does Minnesouri Scholarship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.