Blackman Helseth Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blackman Helseth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,180 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $16,180. 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$31,180
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$16,180
- Assets$104,283
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,300 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 3 | $81,480 |
| 2024 | $16,300 | 4 | $100,245 |
| 2025 | $31,180 | 4 | $104,283 |
How to apply
Blackman Helseth Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Blackman Helseth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $16,180 |
| South Dakota | 3 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Institute of Arts | Fund the cons of 15th cent venetian well head | $16,180 |
| South Dakota State University | Patricia helseth mem scholarship resp care | $5,000 |
| South Dakota State University | Sandra blackman medical lab science scholarship | $5,000 |
| South Dakota State University | Electrical engineering scholarship fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles N Blackman
- Sandra Blackman
- Michael Engelhardt
Questions people ask
Does Blackman Helseth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blackman Helseth Family Foundation give?
$31,180 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Blackman Helseth Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles N Blackman (Director Ceo President), Sandra Blackman (Director Vice President) and Michael Engelhardt (Director).
What does Blackman Helseth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.