Kinney Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kinney Family Foundation is a private foundation in St Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $536,435 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 and the largest $50,627. 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$536,435
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$50,627
- Assets$12.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $523,346 the year before.
21% 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 | $529,160 | 44 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $523,346 | 36 | $11.7 million |
| 2025 | $536,435 | 40 | $12.8 million |
How to apply
Kinney 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 Kinney Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 26 | $497,435 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $25,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Montana | 4 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $800 |
| Georgia | 1 | $800 |
| New York | 1 | $800 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $800 |
| California | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities | Child development/family service ctr | $50,627 |
| St Catherine University | Access & success program | $33,000 |
| Neighboorhood House | Family centers | $30,490 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | At home fund | $28,368 |
| Camp Odayin | Support for family heart camp | $28,000 |
| Nph-Usa | Basic needs & education for children | $27,000 |
| Bridging | General fund | $25,000 |
| Children's Home Society | Post adoption services for children | $25,000 |
| East Side Learning Center | Funding for tutors & ed materials | $25,000 |
| Multicultural School for Empowermen | Advocacy program | $25,000 |
| Keystone Community Services | Food shelf & crisis fund | $20,600 |
| Individual | Paul gaertner memorial scholarship | $20,200 |
| Face to Face Academy | Curriculum & programs | $20,000 |
| Home for Life | Transportaion cost for pet peace cor | $20,000 |
| Jeremiah Program | Scholarships for child dev center | $20,000 |
| River Valley Riders | Equine therapies for special needs | $20,000 |
| Tickets for Kids | Activities for needy children | $20,000 |
| St Mary's School | Scholarship fund fr needy students | $15,000 |
| The Center for Victims of Torture | Emergency assistance fund | $15,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | General funding | $15,000 |
| Community Bridge Consortiumisd 622 622 Education Center | Funding for tutors & educational | $13,000 |
| Alight | General funding | $10,000 |
| Center for Working Families | Education and care for underpriviled | $10,000 |
| USA for Unhcr | General funding | $6,000 |
| The Lift Garage | General funding | $2,830 |
| Mercy Corps | General funding | $2,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Food for the needy | $1,200 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General funding | $800 |
| Belgrade Basketball | General fund | $800 |
| Pine Tree Acf | General funding | $800 |
| Senitizo | Health care in car | $800 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | General funding | $800 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General funding | $800 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General funding | $720 |
| Mahtomedi Area Food Shelf | Food for those in need | $600 |
| Feeding San Diego | General funding | $400 |
| Gallatin Valley Food Bank | General funding | $400 |
| North Hudson Elementary PTO | General funding | $400 |
| Panther Music Boosters | General funding | $400 |
| Ridgeview PTC | General funding | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Evelyn Pallas
- Barbara Winters
- Mark Gaertner
Questions people ask
Does Kinney Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kinney Family Foundation give?
$536,435 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs Kinney Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Evelyn Pallas (Trustee), Barbara Winters (Trustee) and Mark Gaertner (Trustee/Dire).
What does Kinney Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.