Frush Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frush Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,510 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $400 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$28,510
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$162,538
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,550 the year before.
33% 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 | $38,100 | 33 | $188,280 |
| 2024 | $50,550 | 25 | $152,753 |
| 2025 | $28,510 | 27 | $162,538 |
How to apply
Frush 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 Frush Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 17 | $20,160 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Academies | General purpose exempt function grant | $10,000 |
| Film North | General purpose exempt function grant | $5,000 |
| First Congregational Church Ucc of Madison | General purpose exempt function grant | $2,000 |
| The Minneapolis Foundation | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,500 |
| Echo Theater Company | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,000 |
| First Congregational Church Ucc of Columbus Ohio | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,000 |
| Rush University | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,000 |
| Southern Povery Law Center | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,000 |
| Wayforward Resources Inc | General purpose exempt function grant | $1,000 |
| Barton School Foundation | General purpose exempt function grant | $500 |
| Mid Ohio Food Collective | General purpose exempt function grant | $500 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | General purpose exempt function grant | $500 |
| Allina Health Foundation | General purpose exempt function grant | $400 |
| St Thomas the Apostle | General purpose exempt function grant | $300 |
| Sunshine Montessori School | General purpose exempt function grant | $300 |
| American Lung Association | General purpose exempt function grant | $250 |
| Minnesota Orchestra | General purpose exempt function grant | $250 |
| Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | General purpose exempt function grant | $160 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Art | General purpose exempt function grant | $150 |
| Children's Theatre Company | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
| Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
| Guthrie Theater | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
| National Audubon Minnesota | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
| Twin Cities Public Televison Inc | General purpose exempt function grant | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary A Frush
- Jeffrey C Frush
- Daniel Frush
- Jacob Frush
- Rachael Holt
- Zachary Frush
Questions people ask
Does Frush Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frush Family Foundation give?
$28,510 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Frush Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary A Frush (President), Jeffrey C Frush (Treasurer/Secretary), Daniel Frush (Board Member) and Jacob Frush (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Frush Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.