Ames Construction Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ames Construction Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Burnsville, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $895,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $127,500 and the largest $310,000. 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$895,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$127,500
- Largest grant$310,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $660,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $660,000 | 4 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $895,000 | 6 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
Ames Construction Charitable 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 Ames Construction Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 4 | $560,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $310,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Foundation | Operating support | $310,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Cancer research | $300,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster and humanitarian relief | $155,000 |
| Lels Benevolent Fund | Operating support | $100,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | Ongoing care of children | $25,000 |
| Burnsville Community Foundation | Operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond Ames
- John Ames
- Ronald Ames
- Mark Brennan
- Tom Bessel
Questions people ask
Does Ames Construction Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ames Construction Charitable Foundation give?
$895,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $127,500.
Who runs Ames Construction Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond Ames (President, Ceo and Treasurer), John Ames (Vice President), Ronald Ames (Vice President) and Mark Brennan (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ames Construction Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.