Edwards Memorial Trust
Preselected recipients only
Edwards Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $819,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$819,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$21.9 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $810,000 the year before.
52% 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 | $1.6 million | 50 | $20.1 million |
| 2024 | $810,000 | 21 | $20.7 million |
| 2025 | $819,000 | 25 | $21.9 million |
How to apply
Edwards Memorial Trust 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 Edwards Memorial Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 25 | $819,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Union Gospel Mission Assoc of St Paul | General operating | $200,000 |
| Regions Hospital Foundation | General operating | $100,000 |
| Gillette Childrens Hospital Foundation | General operating | $75,000 |
| Our Lady of Peace | General operating | $35,000 |
| Tubman | General operating | $30,000 |
| Planned Parenthood MN ND SD | General operating | $30,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Association | General operating | $25,000 |
| Fraser | General operating | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | General operating | $25,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | General operating | $25,000 |
| Ebenezer Society Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| Lakeview Health Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| Open Arms | General operating | $25,000 |
| Agate Housing and Services | General operating | $20,000 |
| Guild | General operating | $20,000 |
| Mental Health Resources Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Loaves and Fishes Too | General operating | $20,000 |
| St Marys Health Clinics | General operating | $20,000 |
| Tasks Unlimited | General operating | $15,000 |
| North End Area Seniors | General operating | $13,000 |
| Angel Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Gilda's Club Twin Cities | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hamline Midway Elders | General operating | $10,000 |
| Keystone Community Services | General operating | $10,000 |
| St Anthony Park Area Seniors | General operating | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Edwards Memorial Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edwards Memorial Trust give?
$819,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Edwards Memorial Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Edwards Memorial Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and seniors.