Campbell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Campbell Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $575,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$575,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
27% 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 | $1.3 million | 40 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 30 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Campbell 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 Campbell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 21 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 3 | $165,000 |
| New York | 3 | $60,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minnesota directors award, college of edu and human dev for campbell hall, james & carmen campbell marching band scholarship | $575,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | 2025 stewardship commitment, general support | $140,000 |
| Artis-Naples | General support | $110,000 |
| Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | Gala in the gardens, purchase of land | $110,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General support | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | Beastly bash, general support | $50,000 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | General support | $50,000 |
| Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church FL | General support | $35,000 |
| Camp Olson YMCA | Development of property | $25,000 |
| Cornell University | College of arts & sciences annual fund | $25,000 |
| Horace Mann School | General support | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Collier County | General support | $20,000 |
| Simpson Housing Services Inc | Build up-a comprehensive campaign | $15,000 |
| Project for Pride in Living | Memorial to retired ceo, general support | $12,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Purple gala sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Collegiate School | General support | $10,000 |
| Lost and Found Association | Campus based suicide prev work in mn | $10,000 |
| Lundstrum Center for the Performing Arts | General support | $10,000 |
| The Lifespace Foundation | Team member scholarships, general support | $7,500 |
| Byron United Methodist Church | General support | $2,500 |
| East St Olaf Lutheran Church | General support | $2,500 |
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church | Ghana hs scholarship fund | $2,500 |
| Temple Israel | Gift to michael o connell interfaith fund | $2,500 |
| Alpha Kappa Psi Scholarship Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Children's Home Society of MN | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General support | $1,000 |
| Westminster Counseling Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Westminster Town Hall Forum | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carmen D Campbell
- James R Campbell
- Kathryn A Gray
- Peter I Campbell
- Laurie Rivard
Questions people ask
Does Campbell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Campbell Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Campbell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carmen D Campbell (President/Director), James R Campbell (Vice President/Director), Kathryn A Gray (Vice President/Director (Thru May '24)) and Peter I Campbell (Vice President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Campbell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and housing and homelessness.