Greystone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Greystone Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $151,812 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $46,000. 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$151,812
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$46,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4.5 million the year before.
39% 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 | $663,493 | 85 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $4.5 million | 101 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $151,812 | 41 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
Greystone 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 Greystone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 12 | $60,000 |
| California | 8 | $26,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $21,812 |
| Washington | 3 | $11,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $9,000 |
| New York | 5 | $8,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $6,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $3,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church | General operations of the organization | $46,000 |
| 7 Rivers LGBT Resource Ctr | General operations of the organization | $18,812 |
| Myotonic Dystrophy Fdn | General operations of the organization | $15,000 |
| Greater Good Charities | General operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| Brattleboro Museum & Art Center | General operations of the organization | $9,000 |
| The Amica Center | General operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| The Cedars of Marin | General operatiosn of the organization | $5,000 |
| Tergar International | General operations of the organization | $4,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General operations of the organization | $3,500 |
| ACLU Foundation | General operations of the organization | $3,000 |
| Clarke County Mentor Program Inc | General operations of the organization | $3,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Resource Center | General operations of the organization | $3,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | General operations of the organization | $3,000 |
| The Wild Rivers Conservancy | General operaitons of the organization | $2,000 |
| Urban Boatbuilders Inc | General operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| University of Richmond | General operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | General operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| Daily Work | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| National Marrow Donor Program | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Goodwill Industries | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Friends of Quarry Hill Nature Center | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | General operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Friends of Waterfront Park | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Adventist Dev & Relief Agency | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| No Kid Hungry | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Lawrence Academy | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Baltimore Animal Rescue | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Marin Horizon School Inc | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Project Awareness and Special Sports | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| First Responder Support Network | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Catholic Newman Center | General operations of the organization | $500 |
| Children's Minnesota Foundation | General operations of the organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David P Herbert
- Colin S Brooks
- Minna Brooks
Questions people ask
Does Greystone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Greystone Foundation give?
$151,812 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Greystone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David P Herbert (Trustee), Colin S Brooks (Trustee) and Minna Brooks (Director).
What does Greystone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and human services.