Lukis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lukis Foundation is a private foundation in Wayzata, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$47.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
25% 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 | $2.1 million | 26 | $40.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 23 | $43.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 28 | $47.2 million |
How to apply
Lukis 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 Lukis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 13 | $890,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $330,000 |
| California | 2 | $150,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $100,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| University of Maine Foundation | Unrestricted | $300,000 |
| Robonation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| American Migraine Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Mate II | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Ocean Discovery League | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Team Schladt Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| PBS Minnesota (Culture Quest) | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Camp Amnicon | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Waldorf School | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Gustavus Adolphus College | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The Blake School | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Put Me in Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Lake Superior Tall Ships | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Maine Coast Waldorf School | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Greater MPLS Crisis Nursery | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Nvolve STEM Support | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| World Cup Dreams Foundation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Treehouse | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Eden Prairie Schools | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| PMC Jimmy Ride | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Salute Inc | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence J Lukis
- Donna B Lukis
- Jason Lukis
Questions people ask
Does Lukis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lukis Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Lukis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence J Lukis (President / Treasurer / Director), Donna B Lukis (Secretary / Director) and Jason Lukis (Vice President / Director).
What does Lukis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.