John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG)
Preselected recipients only
John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG) is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $413,500 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $82,500. 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$413,500
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$82,500
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $405,000 the year before.
28% 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 | $379,000 | 27 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $405,000 | 29 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $413,500 | 29 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG) 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 John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG) funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 29 | $413,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upstream MN | General operating | $82,500 |
| Minnesota Council on Foundations | General operating | $35,000 |
| Lakes Area Restorative Justice | General operating | $35,000 |
| Fresh Energy | General operating | $24,500 |
| St Paul Parks & Recreation | General operating | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | General operating | $20,000 |
| Outfront Minnesota | General operating | $20,000 |
| Park Square Theater | General operating | $15,000 |
| Conservation Minnesota | General operating | $15,000 |
| Advocates for Reproductive Education | General operating | $15,000 |
| Avenues for Youth | General operating | $12,500 |
| The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Society | General operating | $10,000 |
| National Wild Turkey Federation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Givemn | General operating | $10,000 |
| Fraser | General operating | $8,000 |
| Amaze Works Inc | General operating | $8,000 |
| Weare | General operating | $7,500 |
| Family Tree Clinic | General operating | $7,500 |
| JTP Professional Service Corporation | General operating | $7,500 |
| Restorative Justice Community Action | General operating | $7,500 |
| All Square | General operating | $7,000 |
| Friends of the Spco | General operating | $6,000 |
| The Arts Partnership | General operating | $5,000 |
| NAMI MN | General operating | $5,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General operating | $5,000 |
| The Bridge for Youth | General operating | $4,500 |
| Whitefish Area Property Owners Associati | General operating | $4,000 |
| Environmental Initiative | General operating | $3,500 |
| Ujamaa Place | General operating | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Larsen
- Karen R Larsen
- Kristen L Rose
- John E Larsen
Questions people ask
Does John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG) accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG) give?
$413,500 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG)?
Its 2025 filing lists John A Larsen (Treasurer), Karen R Larsen (Director), Kristen L Rose (Director) and John E Larsen (President).
What does John Larsen Foundation MNG Agy (PLG) fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and youth programs.