4 Cornerstones Foundation
Preselected recipients only
4 Cornerstones Foundation is a private foundation in Edina, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.4 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $530,000. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$530,000
- Assets$50.5 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
27% 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 | $2.2 million | 17 | $50.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 26 | $51.0 million |
| 2025 | $2.4 million | 26 | $50.5 million |
How to apply
4 Cornerstones 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 4 Cornerstones Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 14 | $1.2 million |
| Oregon | 2 | $630,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $160,200 |
| Maryland | 1 | $125,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $115,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $26,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon Foundation | General support | $530,000 |
| Special Olympics | General support | $500,000 |
| The Aim Higher Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| National Association of Catholic Chaplains | General support | $160,000 |
| St Raphael Catholic School | General support | $150,500 |
| Drink at the Well Hon's Honey | General support | $125,000 |
| Little Way Pregnancy Resource Center Inc | General support | $115,000 |
| Unitedhealthcare Children's Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Marist Catholic High School | General support | $100,000 |
| St John the Baptist Catholic School | General support | $76,000 |
| Camp Odayin | General support | $60,000 |
| First Tee Southern Colorado | General support | $50,000 |
| USA Track and Field Foundation Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Zip With US | General support | $50,000 |
| Academy of Holy Angels | General support | $40,175 |
| Prairiecare Fund | General support | $29,000 |
| St John the Evangelist Parish - Wellesley | General support | $25,000 |
| Church of St Patrick's Edina | General support | $12,000 |
| CF Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| St Mathias Catholic Church | General support | $7,000 |
| Minnesota Junior Cycling | General support | $6,102 |
| St John the Baptist Church | General support | $6,000 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church | General support | $6,000 |
| Tommy Watkins Foundation (Via the Achieve Invitational) | General support | $1,500 |
| Mass General Hospital Development Office | General support | $1,000 |
| Delavan-Darien High School | General support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne Wichmann
- David Wichmann
- Therese Hammerschmith
- Eric Hammerschmith
Questions people ask
Does 4 Cornerstones Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 4 Cornerstones Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs 4 Cornerstones Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne Wichmann (President), David Wichmann (Secretary), Therese Hammerschmith (Treasurer) and Eric Hammerschmith (Board Member).
What does 4 Cornerstones Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.