Cossack Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cossack Foundation is a private foundation in Hugo, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $874,814 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $613,908. 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$874,814
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$613,908
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $133,177 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $63,500 | 3 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $133,177 | 3 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $874,814 | 8 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Cossack 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 Cossack Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $869,814 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude of the Lake Catholic School | Jack gunderson memorial gym | $613,908 |
| Mahtomedi High School | Equipment and support | $99,191 |
| Celtic Junction Arts Center | General support | $90,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Department of Development | General support | $30,000 |
| The Man Up Club | General support | $25,000 |
| For Those Without Homes | General support | $5,846 |
| St Jude of the Lake Catholic Church | General support | $4,869 |
| Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation | White bear lake fireworks fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Cossack
Questions people ask
Does Cossack Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cossack Foundation give?
$874,814 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Cossack Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve Cossack (President).
What does Cossack Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.