Cummins Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cummins Family Foundation is a private foundation in Plymouth, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $375,000 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$375,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$70.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $850,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4.5 million | 7 | $54.5 million |
| 2023 | $850,000 | 5 | $65.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 4 | $70.0 million |
How to apply
Cummins 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 Cummins Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 | $2.9 million |
| California | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Providence Academy | General operations | $2.5 million |
| Pepperdine University | General operations | $500,000 |
| Saint Paul's Outreach | General operations | $250,000 |
| We Share Inc | General operations | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Cummins
- Joan Cummins
- Dudley Ryan
Questions people ask
Does Cummins Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cummins Family Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $375,000.
Who runs Cummins Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Cummins (President), Joan Cummins (Treasurer) and Dudley Ryan (Director).
What does Cummins Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.