Enkel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Enkel Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $41,400 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,750 and the largest $10,000. 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$41,400
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $43,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $43,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $41,400 | 6 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Enkel 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Equiticity | General Operations | $10,000 |
| InspireMSP | General Operations | $10,000 |
| University of Portland | Moreau Center | $10,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Disaster Relief from Hurricanes Milton and Helene | $5,500 |
| UNRWA USA National Committee | Humanitarian Aid in Gaza | $5,500 |
| The Idaho Foodbank | General Operations | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Rauenhorst
- Suzanne Flannigan
- Julia Goldman
- Bridget Mahoney
- Kristen Grubb
- Nick Goldman
- Charlie Mahoney
- Elizabeth Rauenhorst
Questions people ask
Does Enkel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Enkel Foundation give?
$41,400 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,750.
Who runs Enkel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rebecca Rauenhorst (President/Chair), Suzanne Flannigan (Vice President), Julia Goldman (Vice Chair & Vice President) and Bridget Mahoney (Secretary/Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.