HRK Foundation
Accepts applications
HRK Foundation is a private foundation in St Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.7 million in 212 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $2.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.7 million
- Number of grants212
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$15.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.0 million the year before.
8% 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 | $5.0 million | 261 | $19.1 million |
| 2024 | $4.7 million | 212 | $15.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jill Koosmann 2550 University Ave W Suite 413-N, St Paul, MN 55114 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (651) 293-9001 |
| What to submit | Written application; cover sheet, cover letter, budget and copy of 990 or audited financials |
| Deadlines | March 15 and september 15 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What HRK Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 158 | $4.4 million |
| Wisconsin | 22 | $104,500 |
| Maine | 4 | $55,000 |
| South Dakota | 4 | $47,500 |
| Florida | 8 | $36,500 |
| New York | 3 | $20,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $12,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Localized | Transfer interests in localized llc to allow for the continued operations of an exempt nature park | $2.0 million |
| Women's Foundation of Minnesota | Gos | $1.0 million |
| Vocalessence | Capital | $150,607 |
| The Arts Partnership | Capital | $60,320 |
| Belwin Conservancy | Capital | $50,000 |
| Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra (Spco) | Gos | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Historical Society (MHS) | Gos | $40,000 |
| Minnesota Opera | Gos | $40,000 |
| Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (Ilcm) | Gos | $25,000 |
| Maine Medical Center (MMC) | Gos | $25,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) | Gos | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | Gos | $25,000 |
| The Schubert Club | Gos | $25,000 |
| Ujamaa Place | Gos | $25,000 |
| Dream of Wild Health | Gos | $20,000 |
| First Peoples Fund (FPF) | Gos | $20,000 |
| Greater Twin Cities United Way | Gos | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | Gos | $20,000 |
| Ujamaa Place | Gos | $20,000 |
| Vocalessence | Gos | $15,192 |
| Abortion Care Network | Gos | $15,000 |
| College Possible | Gos | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) | Gos | $15,000 |
| Minnesota Museum of American Art (Mmaa) | Gos | $15,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) | Gos | $15,000 |
| North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (Natifs) | Gos | $15,000 |
| Saint Paul Conservatory of Music | Gos | $15,000 |
| The Arts Partnership | Gos | $15,000 |
| The Science Museum of Minnesota | Gos | $15,000 |
| Thunder Valley Community Development Corporation | $10,000 for lakota immersion programs & $5,000 gos | $15,000 |
| We Health Clinic | Gos | $15,000 |
| We Health Clinic | Gos | $15,000 |
| Weisman Art Museum (Wam) | Gos | $15,000 |
| Women's Foundation of Minnesota | Gos | $15,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | $5,000 gos & $5,000 mn pet coalition | $10,000 |
| Artspace Projects Inc | Gos | $10,000 |
| Atlantic Salmon Federation (Asf) | Gos | $10,000 |
| Bates College | Gos | $10,000 |
| Bates College | Gos | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Gos | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Galloway
- Leiha Macauley
- Jill Koosmann
Questions people ask
Does HRK Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: March 15 and september 15.
How much does HRK Foundation give?
$4.7 million in tax year 2024, across 212 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs HRK Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chris Galloway (Director), Leiha Macauley (Director) and Jill Koosmann (Director).
What does HRK Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and health.