Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda
Preselected recipients only
Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda is a private foundation in Le Sueur, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $4,800. 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$29,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$4,800
- Assets$630,696
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $52,838 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $20,000 | 5 | $711,808 |
| 2024 | $52,838 | 12 | $640,917 |
| 2025 | $29,000 | 14 | $630,696 |
How to apply
Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda 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 Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 13 | $24,200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $4,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elca Ministries | Donation | $4,800 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Minnesota State University | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Bethany Lutheran College | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| United Fund of Le Sueur | Donation | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Library | Donation | $2,500 |
| Trinity Luthern Church | Donation | $1,500 |
| Le Sueur Food Shelf | Donation | $1,500 |
| Ridgeview Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Legacy Fund of Le Sueur Rotary | Donation | $750 |
| Treasures in Town | Donation | $500 |
| Mankato Symphony | Donation | $250 |
| Have Inc | Donation | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Irene Manke
- Peter Schoeppner
- John Skubitz
Questions people ask
Does Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda give?
$29,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda?
Its 2025 filing lists Irene Manke (Officer), Peter Schoeppner (Officer) and John Skubitz (Officer).
What does Louise M & Elizabeth J Manke Founda fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.