Ferber Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ferber Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $275,338 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $130,000. 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$275,338
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,860 the year before.
44% 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 | $225,345 | 7 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $76,860 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $275,338 | 9 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Ferber 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 Ferber Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $272,810 |
| California | 2 | $1,028 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community of Saints Catholic School | Alums & friends & families tuition assistance | $130,000 |
| Urban Ventures Leadership Foundation | Lake street works; music & art/early learning center; urban golf classic | $110,000 |
| Liberty Classical Academy | Education | $16,810 |
| Neighborhood House | March food drive; hope in action campaign | $15,000 |
| Iccpa Foundation Inc | General operations | $1,000 |
| Lovin Life Inc | Brody pluth | $1,000 |
| BABY2BABY | General operations | $528 |
| Joe Grohman Golf Foundation | Golf tournament for disabled veterans | $500 |
| Lafd Foundation | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roy R Ferber
- Joann B Ferber
Questions people ask
Does Ferber Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ferber Family Foundation give?
$275,338 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ferber Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roy R Ferber (President) and Joann B Ferber (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Ferber Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.