Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation is a private foundation in Maple Plain, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$26.9 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
49% 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 | $1.0 million | 37 | $22.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 31 | $24.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 41 | $26.9 million |
How to apply
Donald W & Margaret M Anderson 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 Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 15 | $444,700 |
| Minnesota | 15 | $362,500 |
| Hawaii | 3 | $265,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $92,800 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maui Youth and Family Services | To support the organization's mission. | $125,000 |
| Agrace Hospicecare Foundation | To support the organization's mission | $120,000 |
| Holomau Group | To support the organization's mission | $100,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Stout Foundation - Dept of Multi-Cultural Student | To support the organization's mission | $80,000 |
| Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners | To support the organization's mission | $75,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | To support the organization's mission | $75,000 |
| Institute of American Indian Art | To support the organization's mission | $52,800 |
| Operation Fresh Start | To support the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Dane County Humane Society | To support the organization's mission | $40,000 |
| Maui Medic Healers Hui | To support the organization's mission | $40,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | To support the organization's mission. | $40,000 |
| Wayzata Community Church | To support the organization's mission | $30,000 |
| Little Eagle Arts Foundation | To support the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest of Southern Wi | To support the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | To support the organization's mission. | $25,000 |
| Msu Mankato Foundation | To support the organization's mission. | $25,000 |
| Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative | To support the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Cannon Falls Middlehigh School | To support the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Free Flow New Mexico | To support the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Grief Club of Minnesota | To support the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Oregon Food Pantry | To support the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| The Hidden Seer System | To support the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Groves Learning Oranization | To support the organization's mission. | $20,000 |
| University of Toledo Foundation | To support the organization's mission. | $20,000 |
| The Accomplis Collective | To support the organization's mission. | $20,000 |
| Project Home for Veterans | To support the organization's mission | $15,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To support the organization's mission. | $15,000 |
| Hastings Hockey Booster Inc | To support the organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Long Lake Volunteer Fireman's Relief Association | To support the organization's mission. | $10,000 |
| Cannon Falls Fire and Rescue | To support the organization's mission. | $10,000 |
| Ferryville Emr | To support the organization's mission | $7,500 |
| Westfield School District | To support the organization's mission | $7,200 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | To support the organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Couleecap Inc | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
| Mississippi Valley Conservancy | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
| Ruby Habitat Foundation | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
| Montana Land Reliance | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
| Child Loss Foundation | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
| Orono Hockey Boosters Inc | To support the organization's mission. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha van de Ven
- Susan Ruedisili
- Karen Anderson
- Kathryn Switzky
- Ronald Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha van de Ven (Trustee), Susan Ruedisili (Trustee), Karen Anderson (Trustee) and Kathryn Switzky (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Donald W & Margaret M Anderson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.