Ja Wedum Foundation
Accepts applications
Ja Wedum Foundation is a private foundation in Plymouth, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 108 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants108
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$182 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.7 million the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.7 million | 112 | $173 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 108 | $182 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jay Portz Two Carlson Parkway North Ste 335, Plymouth, MN 55447 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 789-3363 |
| What to submit | Resume of academic qualifications or standard grant application |
| Restrictions | Preference is given to geographical markets where the foundation operates and owns real estate. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ja Wedum Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 87 | $1.2 million |
| North Carolina | 4 | $28,500 |
| Idaho | 5 | $27,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $12,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| North Dakota | 3 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical College Foundation | Capital | $500,000 |
| West Central Area Education Foundation | General operating | $100,000 |
| Fergus Area College Foundation Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
| Allina Hospice Foundation | General operating | $40,000 |
| Pinky Swear Foundation | General operating | $30,000 |
| St Cloud Area Schools | General operating | $30,000 |
| Central Minnesota Community Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General operating | $17,500 |
| Baptist on Mission | General operating | $16,000 |
| Bolder Options | General operating | $15,000 |
| Sophie's Squad | General operating | $15,000 |
| Czech and Slovak Sokol Minnesota | General operating | $13,000 |
| Central Minnesota Community Foundation | General operating | $12,000 |
| Allina Hospice Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Central Minnesota Community Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Channel One Regional Food Bank | General operating | $10,000 |
| Dodge County Community Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Every Meal | General operating | $10,000 |
| Feeding Our Communities Partners | General operating | $10,000 |
| Great River Educational Arts Theatre | General operating | $10,000 |
| Greater St Cloud Public Safety Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Greater St Cloud Development Corporation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hennepin Theatre Trust | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hope Academy | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hope Academy | General operating | $10,000 |
| Idaho FFA Foundation Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General operating | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota | General operating | $10,000 |
| Orphan's Hope | General operating | $10,000 |
| Smile Network International | General operating | $10,000 |
| Stages Theatre Company | General operating | $10,000 |
| Stairlifts for Vets | General operating | $10,000 |
| Theatre L'homme Dieu | General operating | $10,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Monticello Independent School | General operating | $8,000 |
| Cretin-Derham Hall | General operating | $7,500 |
| Pawsitivity Service Dogs | General operating | $7,500 |
| Pinky Swear Foundation | General operating | $7,500 |
| Samaritan Purse | General operating | $7,500 |
| District 742 Leaf | General operating | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Myres
- David Kjos
- Dana Wedum Kennelly
- Dawn Downs
- Dayton Soby
- Michele Kelm Helgen
- Jon Davis
- Jay Portz
- Thomas Woessner
- Bob Kovell
Questions people ask
Does Ja Wedum Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ja Wedum Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 108 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ja Wedum Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brian Myres (Chair), David Kjos (Treasurer), Dana Wedum Kennelly (Trustee) and Dawn Downs (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Ja Wedum Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and health.