Mble Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mble Foundation is a private foundation in Renville, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $259,500 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $101,000. 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$259,500
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$101,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $186,000 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 | $112,500 | 17 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $186,000 | 24 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $259,500 | 32 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Mble 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 Mble Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 32 | $259,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Renville Fire Department | Equipment/fire truck | $101,000 |
| Renville Lions Club | Park mom's of renville | $22,000 |
| Renville County West Pool | Maintenance | $20,000 |
| Sacred Heart Fire Department | Equipment | $11,000 |
| Danube Fire Department | General support/equipment | $11,000 |
| Olivia Ambulance | General support | $10,000 |
| Renville County Walk in the Park | Cancer funds | $10,000 |
| The Learning Fund House Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Koselig Academy | Educational support | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Arts | General support | $5,000 |
| Splash Island Adventure Park | Maintenance | $5,000 |
| Back the Pack | School lunches | $3,500 |
| The Red Kettle | Assist families in need | $3,500 |
| St John's Lutheran Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Ebenezer Presbyterian | General support | $3,000 |
| First Lutheran Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Emden Christian Reformed Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Holy Redeemer Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Hawk Creek Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Ecumenical VBS | Vacation bible school | $3,000 |
| Midwest Specialized Medical Respons | General support | $2,500 |
| Renville County Food Shelf | Assistance for needy families | $2,000 |
| Santas Closet | Santa's closet | $2,000 |
| Safe Avenues | Battered women | $2,000 |
| RCW Basketball Assoc | General support | $1,000 |
| Olivia Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Bird Island Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Hector Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Buffalo Lake Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Fairfax Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Franklin Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
| Morton Fire Department | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill Marcus
- Dawn Mertens
- Lauren Marcus
Questions people ask
Does Mble Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mble Foundation give?
$259,500 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Mble Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jill Marcus (Chairman), Dawn Mertens (Secretary/Tr) and Lauren Marcus (Vice-Chair).
What does Mble Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, environment and conservation and education.