Engler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Engler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $370,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$370,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$94,114
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $425,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $465,000 | 14 | $54,725 |
| 2024 | $425,000 | 15 | $68,861 |
| 2025 | $370,000 | 9 | $94,114 |
How to apply
Engler 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Engler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $370,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washburn Center for Children | General operating | $55,000 |
| Reclaim | General operating | $45,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children's Service MPLS | Program | $40,000 |
| People Incorporated | General operating | $40,000 |
| Tasks Unlimited | Program | $40,000 |
| The Family Partnership | General operating | $40,000 |
| Touchstone Mental Health | Housing innovations program | $40,000 |
| Juxtaposition Arts | General operating | $35,000 |
| NAMI - MN | General operating | $35,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nellie Dumont
- Aaron Engler
- Evelyn Engler
- Lauren Dumont
- Max Engler
- Patti Engler
- Adam Sommer
- Mollie Sommer
Questions people ask
Does Engler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Engler Family Foundation give?
$370,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Engler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nellie Dumont (Board Member), Aaron Engler (Treasurer), Evelyn Engler (Board Member) and Lauren Dumont (Board Member) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Engler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.