Happy Dancing Turtle
Accepts applications
Happy Dancing Turtle is a private foundation in Pine River, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,261 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $143 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$26,261
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$143
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $30,100 the year before.
63% of its 2024 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 | $30,100 | 11 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $26,261 | 8 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lynn Hunt Chair 2331 Dancing Wind Road Suite 1, Pine River, MN 56474 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (218) 587-2303 |
| What to submit | Requests must be submitted in written form (email is acceptable) including: contact information, purpose as related to the mission of hdt, dollar amount requested, how support will be recognized, and population and/or geographic area to be served |
| Deadlines | No set deadlines; applications accepted on a rolling basis |
| Restrictions | Sponsorships & support must be aligned with the happy dancing turtle (HDT) mission of promoting sustainable living. Hdt is primarily focused on direct programming, and collaborations with others doing work in areas of sustainable living. Giving/support is geographically focused in the area surrounding pine river, mn. Support is limited to organizations that are irc sec. 501(c)(3) entities with a public charity status under irc sec. 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2). |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Happy Dancing Turtle funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $26,136 |
| Oregon | 1 | $75 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wondertek Children's Museum | Cornerstorn commitment | $25,000 |
| Pine River Area Foundation | Blugrass festival sponsor | $500 |
| Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation | General support | $250 |
| Northern Community Radio Inc | Sponsorship of uofm extension crsdp lakes area sustainability fest | $186 |
| Pine River-Backus Family Center | In lieu of radiothon to end child abuse | $100 |
| Pine River-Backus PTO | Pto - family fun night | $100 |
| Xerces Society Inc | General support | $75 |
| Friends of the Trempealeau Library | Donation to fundraiser | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Quinn Swanson
- Lynn Hunt
- Paul Hunt
- Ryan Hunt
- Julie Anderholm
- Erika Bailey Johnson
- Don Hickman
- Charlie Mitchell
- Kevin Thesing
- Alexa Shapiro
- Jennifer Smith
- Deanne Trottier
Questions people ask
Does Happy Dancing Turtle accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No set deadlines; applications accepted on a rolling basis.
How much does Happy Dancing Turtle give?
$26,261 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $143.
Who runs Happy Dancing Turtle?
Its 2024 filing lists Quinn Swanson (Executive Director), Lynn Hunt (Chair), Paul Hunt (Vice Chair) and Ryan Hunt (Secretary/Treasurer) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Happy Dancing Turtle fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and education.