Hognander Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hognander Foundation is a private foundation in Edina, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $153,851 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $23,939. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$153,851
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$23,939
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $129,225 the year before.
15% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $129,225 | 25 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $153,851 | 27 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Hognander 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 Hognander Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 22 | $137,851 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 3 | $4,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Public Radio | Operating funds | $23,939 |
| Minnesota Orchestra Association | Operating funds | $17,000 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Arts | Operating funds & exhibition | $15,000 |
| Minnehaha Academy | Operating funds | $12,412 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | Operating funds | $12,000 |
| Franklin & Marshall College | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Historical Society | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| St Paul Chamber Orchestra | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| American Swedish Institute | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Augsburg University | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Science Museum of Minnesota | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Hennepin County Library | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Global Minnesota | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Guthrie Theater | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Vocal Essence | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Walker Art Center | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Magnum Chorum | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Way to Grow | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Stevenson School | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| American Scandinavian Foundation | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Edina Community Foundation | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Bolder Options | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Church in the Forest | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Ebenezer Foundation | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Military Museum | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Allina Health Foundation | Operating funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Haidet
- Thomas Lyon
- Patti Ellingson
Questions people ask
Does Hognander Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hognander Foundation give?
$153,851 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Hognander Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Haidet (Director), Thomas Lyon (Director) and Patti Ellingson (Director).
What does Hognander Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.