Farrell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Farrell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$43,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$922,633
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $44,200 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $30,100 | 22 | $797,303 |
| 2024 | $44,200 | 29 | $861,174 |
| 2025 | $43,000 | 30 | $922,633 |
How to apply
Farrell 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.
What Farrell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $14,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $6,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $3,000 |
| New York | 2 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Prairie Local News | Unrestricted operating support | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Unrestricted operating support | $3,000 |
| Natures Nursery | Unrestricted operating support | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted operating support | $3,000 |
| Central Florida Foundation | Unrestricted operating support | $3,000 |
| Riverkeeper Inc | Unrestricted operating support | $2,000 |
| Spider Chain of Lakes Association | Unrestricted operating support | $2,000 |
| Childrens Cancer Research Foundation | Unrestricted operating support | $2,000 |
| The Retreat | Unrestricted operating support | $1,500 |
| Ascension Catholic School | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Cable Natural History Museum | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Chester First Aid Squad | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Chester Township Pba Local 315 | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Chester Volunteer Fire Company | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Family Promise of Central Florida | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Friends of Hennepin County Library | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Chester Library | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Onward | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Prop Eden Prairie Food Shelf | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Rattle the Stars | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Save the Bay | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| St Judes Hospital | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Support Our Scholars | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Eden Prairie Crime Prevention | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando | Unrestricted operating support | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools | Unrestricted operating support | $500 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Unrestricted operating support | $500 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Unrestricted operating support | $500 |
| Hudson River Sloop Clearwater | Unrestricted operating support | $500 |
| Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children | Unrestricted operating support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank S Farrell Jr
- Mary Jane Rasmussen
- Alfred C Farrell
Questions people ask
Does Farrell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Farrell Family Foundation give?
$43,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Farrell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank S Farrell Jr (Director), Mary Jane Rasmussen (Director) and Alfred C Farrell (Director).
What does Farrell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.