Avocet Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Avocet Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $63,000. 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$290,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$63,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $306,500 the year before.
6% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $257,500 | 15 | $6.9 million |
| 2023 | $306,500 | 15 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $290,500 | 16 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Avocet 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 Avocet Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 12 | $202,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $73,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Croix Valley Foundation | Promote assistance in valleyadvance quality of life in st. Croix valley | $63,000 |
| Microgrants | To spur economic self-sufficiency by giving strategic grants to low-income people of potential through partner agencies | $32,000 |
| Global Rights for Women | Promoting women's human rights internationally | $30,000 |
| Youth Frontiers Inc | Change way kids treat each other in school | $28,000 |
| Fairvote Minnesota Foundation | Promoting better democracy through improving thevoting system. We provide research and education about theeffects our voting system has on the quality of democracy andadvocate for ranked choice voting or other systems that promotegreater competition, participation, majority rule, and proportionalrepresentation. | $20,000 |
| Belwin Conservancy | Protect the st. Croix valley through land preservation | $17,000 |
| Breakthrough Twin Cities | Breakthrough twin cities prepared under-resourced students for college success and cultivates the next generation of educators | $17,000 |
| Voyageur Outward Bound | Educational organization specializing in youth leadership and experiential edcuation, change lives through challenge and discovery | $15,000 |
| Constellation Fund | Fight poverty in the twin cities | $10,000 |
| Great Plains Institute | Better energy policy | $10,000 |
| Maren Fund | Developmentally disable centers and services | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To ensure all people have access to the care and resources they need to make infromed decisions about their bodies, their lives and their futures | $10,000 |
| St Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity | To create opportunities for all people to live in decent,durable shelter. | $10,000 |
| Apple Tree Dental | Improves oral health of people with special dental access needs | $9,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | To improve care, expand options and empower everyone to chart their end-of-life journey | $5,000 |
| Wilderness Inquiry | To connect everyone to great places through activities such as sea kayaking, canoeing, rafting, hiking, safaris, dogsledding, operating in a manner that facilitates full participation by everyone, including people of all ages, background, and abilities | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne Kletscher
Questions people ask
Does Avocet Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Avocet Foundation give?
$290,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Avocet Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanne Kletscher (Ceo, Secretary, Cfo).
What does Avocet Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.