Mary Lou Diether Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mary Lou Diether Trust is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $15,400 and the largest $30,800. 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$77,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$15,400
- Largest grant$30,800
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $84,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $104,063 | 5 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 5 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $77,000 | 5 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Mary Lou Diether Trust 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $77,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation | General operating | $30,800 |
| Unity Church - Unitarian | General operating | $15,400 |
| Children's Hospital Association | General operating | $15,400 |
| Neighborhood House Association | General operating | $7,700 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General operating | $7,700 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Mary Lou Diether Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Lou Diether Trust give?
$77,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $15,400.
Who runs Mary Lou Diether Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).