Groves Foundation
Accepts applications
Groves Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $379,675 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$379,675
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $359,548 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $412,992 | 25 | $9.6 million |
| 2023 | $359,548 | 19 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $379,675 | 22 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | F N Groves Jr P O Box 1267, Minneapolis, MN 55440 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | skipg@groves-foundation.com |
| What to submit | Email letter nature of request |
| Deadlines | Mid August each fiscal year |
| Restrictions | Locally based 501c3 org |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Groves Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 22 | $379,675 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AccessAbility Inc | Operating Grant | $75,000 |
| Groves Academy (GLO) | Scholarship Assistance | $75,000 |
| Shriners Childrens - Twin Cities | Adaptive Bike Grant | $50,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Blanket Warmers & Kits - Eczema Cases | $40,000 |
| We Can Ride Inc | SupportClient Scholarships Horse Support | $25,000 |
| Augsburg University | Emergency Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Urban Boat Builders | Social Enterprise Program | $15,000 |
| Fraser | Music Program | $10,000 |
| Irondale - FRC Team 2052 | Program Grant | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Private College Fund | Scholarship Program | $10,000 |
| Sharing and Caring Hands Inc | Small Appliances - Marys Place | $10,000 |
| We Can Ride Inc | Hay Shed | $10,000 |
| Shriners Childrens - Twin Cities | Riftin Feeding Chairs 20 Buzz Kits LED Light Box | $6,000 |
| Reach For Resources Inc | Program Expenses | $5,000 |
| True Friends | Camp Operations | $5,000 |
| Groves Learning Organization | 2025 Gala | $5,000 |
| AccessAbility Inc | Evening Stars Program | $3,000 |
| Laura Baker Service Association | Music and Art Programs | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics - Minnesota | New Basketball Jerseys | $2,500 |
| AccessAbility Inc | 5K Run Walk NRoll Sponsorship | $2,500 |
| We Can ride Inc | Gala Support | $1,650 |
| Fraser | ReplaceUpgrade Music Instruments | $1,525 |
Officers and trustees
- F N Groves Jr
- D F Cmiel
- T Asgrimson
- T Hartstein
- C Gangelhoff
Questions people ask
Does Groves Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Mid August each fiscal year.
How much does Groves Foundation give?
$379,675 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Groves Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists F N Groves Jr (PresEx Dir), D F Cmiel (SecrearyAsst Treas), T Asgrimson (Trustee) and T Hartstein (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Groves Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.