Crent Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Crent Foundation is a private foundation in North Oaks, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $171,763 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $101,367. 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$171,763
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$101,367
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $73,650 the year before.
56% 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 | $43,000 | 6 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $73,650 | 10 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $171,763 | 16 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Crent 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 Crent Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $101,367 |
| Minnesota | 10 | $57,016 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $11,130 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Coach Rich Kallok Charitable FD | General operating | $101,367 |
| Farmaste Animal Sanctuary | General operating | $15,000 |
| St John the Baptist Church and School | General operating | $10,000 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota | General operating | $10,000 |
| Cocos Heart Dog Rescue | General operating | $5,130 |
| St Marys of the Lake | General operating | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Catholic Church | General operating | $5,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General operating | $5,000 |
| University of Minnesotaraptor Ctr | General operating | $5,000 |
| Catholic Services Appeal Foundation | General operating | $4,000 |
| Team Kopacz Foundation | General operating | $2,000 |
| Bardet Biedl Foundation | General operating | $2,000 |
| Options on 8 Inc | General operating | $1,000 |
| Minnesota State Fair Foundation | General operatiing | $600 |
| Our Lady of Grace | General operating | $416 |
| Terri Roemer Paramus Run Inc | General operating | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Rick Shand
- Connie Shand
- Emily Shand
- Natalie Labelle
Questions people ask
Does Crent Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Crent Foundation give?
$171,763 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Crent Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rick Shand (Board Chairman), Connie Shand (Board Member), Emily Shand (Board Member) and Natalie Labelle (Board Member).
What does Crent Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and education.