Marbob Group
Preselected recipients only
Marbob Group is a private foundation in Plymouth, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $173,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$173,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $134,000 the year before.
47% 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 | $139,000 | 13 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $134,000 | 8 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $173,000 | 15 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Marbob Group 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 Marbob Group funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $128,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shattuck St Mary's | to provide educational opportunities and support to students | $40,000 |
| Center of the American Experiment | to assist in research and education | $35,000 |
| Greater Twin Cities United Way | to provide educational and medical support | $35,000 |
| Family Enterprise USA | to assist in research and education | $12,500 |
| Hillsdale College | to provide educational opportunities and support of mission | $10,000 |
| Roots Music Project Foundation | aritst development, education, and community events | $10,000 |
| Park Nicollet Foundation | to provide educational and medical support | $5,000 |
| The 30 Days Foundation | to provide a one-time grant for families in crisis | $5,000 |
| Mike Rowe Works Foundation | to promote trade professionalization, standardization and accreditation | $5,000 |
| Veterans Airlift Command | free air transport for medical and other compationate purposes to veterans | $5,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation Parkinson | to accelerate research toward a cure for Parkinsons disease | $5,000 |
| Backing the Blue Line | to support police and community training programs | $3,000 |
| Williams College | to provide educational opportunities and support to students | $1,000 |
| Tunnel To Towers Foundation | to provide homes to Gold Star and fallen first responders | $1,000 |
| Freedom Foundation of MN | to assist in research and education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Molly Erdahl
- Patricia Gartner
- Betty Jopp
- Inga Erdahl
Questions people ask
Does Marbob Group accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marbob Group give?
$173,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Marbob Group?
Its 2025 filing lists Molly Erdahl (President Chairman), Patricia Gartner (Sec, Treas Director), Betty Jopp (Director) and Inga Erdahl (Director).
What does Marbob Group fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.