Empower MN Inc
Preselected recipients only
Empower MN Inc is a private foundation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $148,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $68,500. 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$148,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$68,500
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $73,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $78,000 | 4 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 3 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $148,500 | 9 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Empower MN Inc 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 Empower MN Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $146,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Social Service | Organizations charitable operations | $68,500 |
| Prop | Organizations charitable operations | $23,000 |
| Ausm | Organizations charitable operations | $20,000 |
| Onward Eden Prairie | Organizations charitable operations | $20,000 |
| Mnprov | Organizations charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Beacon | Organizations charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Immigrant Law Center | Organizations charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Braver Angels | Organizations charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Shobi's Table | Organizations charitable operations | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly Kautz
- Paul Kautz
- Kory Kautz
- Josh Kautz
Questions people ask
Does Empower MN Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Empower MN Inc give?
$148,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Empower MN Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelly Kautz (President), Paul Kautz (Vice President), Kory Kautz (Treasurer) and Josh Kautz (Secretary).
What does Empower MN Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.