John J and Nora A Foster Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John J and Nora A Foster Foundation is a private foundation in Stillwater, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,500. 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$40,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$763,668
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $36,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $27,000 | 13 | $691,882 |
| 2024 | $36,000 | 16 | $720,552 |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 20 | $763,668 |
How to apply
John J and Nora A Foster 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 J and Nora A Foster Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 17 | $33,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Beginnings | General support | $6,500 |
| St Peters Lutheran | Parsonage maint & repairs | $3,500 |
| New Life Family Services | General support | $3,000 |
| Granite House | General support | $2,500 |
| Birth Right of Hutchinson | General support | $2,500 |
| Camp Victory | General support | $2,000 |
| Lakeview Health Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Trinity First Lutheran Church | General support | $2,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Minister sponsorship | $2,000 |
| Minnesota Family Institute | General support | $2,000 |
| Enkrateia House of Hope | General support | $2,000 |
| The Specialty Crop Collaborative | General support | $2,000 |
| Together for Good | General support | $1,500 |
| Household of Faith Churchrosella's Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry | Food shelf | $1,500 |
| Beyond Limits | General support | $1,000 |
| Support Lifecrystal Women's Clinic | General support | $1,000 |
| Minnesota South District LCMS | General support | $1,000 |
| Victory Christian Academy | General operations | $1,000 |
| Martin Luther College | General support | $500 |
| Minnesota Association of Christian Home Educators | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nora A Foster
- John J Foster
- William Grant
- Colleen Grant
Questions people ask
Does John J and Nora A Foster Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John J and Nora A Foster Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John J and Nora A Foster Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nora A Foster (President), John J Foster (Secretary/Tr), William Grant (Board Member) and Colleen Grant (Executive Di).
What does John J and Nora A Foster Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.