J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust
Preselected recipients only
J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,033 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$130,033
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,500 the year before.
52% 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 | $221,325 | 25 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $123,500 | 20 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $130,033 | 21 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust 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 J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $54,534 |
| Florida | 1 | $26,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $14,166 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $8,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,667 |
| Iowa | 1 | $3,166 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Start Ministries | General operating | $26,000 |
| St Michaels School | General operating | $10,000 |
| Joliet Catholic Academy | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Organic Oneness | General operating | $8,667 |
| Preborn | General operating | $8,666 |
| Good Shepherd Center | General operating | $8,000 |
| St Joseph Hospital Foundation | General operating | $6,500 |
| Resource Center | General operating | $6,500 |
| Children at the Cross Foundation | General operating | $6,200 |
| St Malachy School | Scholarship | $5,667 |
| To Nizhoni Ani | General operating | $5,000 |
| YMCA | General operating | $3,667 |
| Lawndale Business Renaissance | General operating | $3,500 |
| Brircliff University | General operating | $3,166 |
| Church of St Mary | General operating | $3,000 |
| Notre Dame University | General operating | $3,000 |
| El Nina Rey | General operating | $2,500 |
| St Robert Parish | General operating | $2,500 |
| Mount Carmel High School | General operating | $2,500 |
| St Meinrad | General operating | $2,500 |
| The Mayhew Program | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust give?
$130,033 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does J M Ragen Jr Memorial Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.