Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.7 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.5 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.7 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$132 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $3.1 million | 3 | $111 million |
| 2024 | $5.7 million | 6 | $132 million |
How to apply
Katherine Wells Macmillan 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 Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $3.7 million |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of the Florida Keys | Unrestricted | $1.5 million |
| United Way of Collier and the Keys | Unrestricted | $1.5 million |
| Communities Foundation of Oklahoma | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Grace Jones Community Center | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Florida Keys Children's Shelter | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marianne Short
- Jennifer J Cullen
Questions people ask
Does Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation give?
$5.7 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marianne Short (Director/President) and Jennifer J Cullen (Director/Vice President).
What does Katherine Wells Macmillan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.