Lenzmeier Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lenzmeier Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.2 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$52.9 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 20 | $41.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 22 | $48.0 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 20 | $52.9 million |
How to apply
Lenzmeier 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 Lenzmeier Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 19 | $3.1 million |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Orchestra | General operating | $1.5 million |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Twin Cities | General operating | $321,250 |
| Nature Conservancy | General operating | $230,000 |
| Pacer Center Inc | General operating | $175,000 |
| Guthrie Theater Foundation | General operating | $125,000 |
| Minneapolis Parks Foundation | General operating | $125,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St Paul & MPLS | General operating | $110,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | General operating | $100,000 |
| Risen Christ | General operating | $85,000 |
| Alight | General operating | $55,000 |
| Ascension Catholic School | General operating | $50,000 |
| Open Arms of Minnesota | General operating | $50,000 |
| The Advocates for Human Rights | General operating | $50,000 |
| Constellation Fund | General operating | $50,000 |
| Minnesota State University Mankato Foundation | General operating | $40,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association | General operating | $25,000 |
| Project for Pride in Living | General operating | $25,000 |
| Advocates for Human Rights | General operating | $22,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | General operating | $20,000 |
| Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allen Lenzmeier
- Kathleen Lenzmeier
- Kelly Page
- Nicklaus Lenzmeier
- Jessica Broyles
Questions people ask
Does Lenzmeier Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lenzmeier Family Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs Lenzmeier Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allen Lenzmeier (President), Kathleen Lenzmeier (Secretary/Tresurer), Kelly Page (Director) and Nicklaus Lenzmeier (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lenzmeier Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and faith communities.