Inspired Investment Leadership
Preselected recipients only
Inspired Investment Leadership is a private foundation in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $900,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$900,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$47.4 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
91% of its 2025 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 | $5,100 | 1 | $32.5 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 1 | $47.8 million |
| 2025 | $900,000 | 11 | $47.4 million |
How to apply
Inspired Investment Leadership 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Inspired Investment Leadership funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $430,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $350,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Leadership Network | General operation support | $250,000 |
| Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge | For challenge | $200,000 |
| Shenandoah County Pregnancy Center | General operation support | $90,000 |
| Little City Foundation | General operation support | $90,000 |
| Hand in Hand Christian Montessori School | General operation support | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Council on Economic Education | General operation support | $45,000 |
| Providence Academy | General operation support | $45,000 |
| Neighbors Inc | General operation support | $45,000 |
| United Family Health Family Practice Center | General operation support | $45,000 |
| Liberty University - Club Sports | General operation support | $30,000 |
| The Refuge | General operation support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick K Martin
- Dudley Ryan
- Mark L Melcher
- James Ware
- Paula Miller
Questions people ask
Does Inspired Investment Leadership accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Inspired Investment Leadership give?
$900,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs Inspired Investment Leadership?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick K Martin (President/Treasurer/Ceo/Chair), Dudley Ryan (Director), Mark L Melcher (Director) and James Ware (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Inspired Investment Leadership fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.