John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Apple Valley, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $488,804 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$488,804
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $432,500 the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 | $601,500 | 28 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $432,500 | 28 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $488,804 | 32 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
John and Leslea Caswell Family 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 John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 11 | $307,054 |
| Colorado | 3 | $42,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $35,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $17,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $12,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $9,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge | General operating | $125,000 |
| Trinity First Lutheran School Charitable Trust and Foundation | General operating | $75,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children Inc | General operating | $43,054 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operating | $35,000 |
| Young Life | General operating | $30,000 |
| 360 Communities | General operating | $25,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission Association of St Paul Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Landmark Conservancy Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Mission of Hope Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Compassion International Incorporated | General operating | $10,000 |
| Insight for Living | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army Services Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| University of Iowa | General operating | $10,000 |
| World Vision Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Ktis-Fm 985 Station | General operating | $6,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating | $5,000 |
| Heifer Project International | General operating | $5,000 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | General operating | $5,000 |
| African Radio Ministries Inc | General operating | $4,000 |
| American Bible Society | General operating | $4,000 |
| American Institute for Cancer Research | General operating | $4,000 |
| Alina Health Foundation | General operating | $3,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General operating | $2,500 |
| Burnett Co Historical Society | General operating | $2,000 |
| Clarinda Foundation | General operating | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | General operating | $2,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | General operating | $2,000 |
| Av Home School Community | General operating | $1,000 |
| New Life Academy Educational Foundation Inc | General operating | $1,000 |
| Pinky Swear Foundation | General operating | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General operating | $1,000 |
| Phi Kappa Psi Fnd | General operating | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Caswell
- Leslea R Caswell
Questions people ask
Does John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation give?
$488,804 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John R Caswell (Trustee) and Leslea R Caswell (Trustee).
What does John and Leslea Caswell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and education.