Chizek Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chizek Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $159,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$159,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$17.1 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $124,250 the year before.
15% 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 | $105,000 | 25 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $124,250 | 28 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $159,000 | 27 | $17.1 million |
How to apply
Chizek 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.
What Chizek Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 22 | $126,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University Foundation | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television Inc | General operations | $15,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | General operations | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General operations | $10,000 |
| The Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota | General operations | $10,000 |
| The Loppet Foundation Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Climate Generation | General operations | $8,000 |
| Gender Justice | General operations | $8,000 |
| Pets for the Elderly Foundation | General operations | $7,000 |
| Mnsnap | General operations | $6,000 |
| Fresh Energy | General operations | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Boundary Waters | General operations | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Mississippi River | General operations | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Environmental Partnership | General operations | $5,000 |
| Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota | General operations | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood MN ND SD | General operations | $5,000 |
| Caring for Cats Inc | General operations | $4,000 |
| Land Stewardship Project | General operations | $3,000 |
| Our Streets | General operations | $3,000 |
| JAZZ88KBEM | General operations | $3,000 |
| Kfai Fresh Air Radio | General operations | $3,000 |
| Educate the Children Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
| Himalayan Cataract Project Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
| League of American Bicyclists | General operations | $2,000 |
| Gildas Club Twin Cities Inc | General operations | $1,000 |
| Great Plains Institute for Sustainable Development | General operations | $1,000 |
| Lake Minnetonka Association | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Beth Scheunemann
- Linda Steinger
- Dorian Grilley
- Peggy Watson
Questions people ask
Does Chizek Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chizek Family Foundation give?
$159,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Chizek Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Beth Scheunemann (President), Linda Steinger (Secretary/Treasurer), Dorian Grilley (Treasurer Through 11/13/2025) and Peggy Watson (Board Member).
What does Chizek Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.