MGR Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MGR Foundation is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $221,400 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$221,400
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $202,900 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $202,900 | 23 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $221,400 | 15 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
MGR 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 MGR Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $175,400 |
| New York | 5 | $32,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations and Donors Interested in Catholic Activities | Anit-racism initiative | $75,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | General operations | $50,000 |
| Jesuit Refugee Service USA | General operations | $25,000 |
| Gregorian University Foundation | General operations | $12,500 |
| Dwight School Foundation | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Columbia University | General operations | $10,000 |
| Foundations and Donors Interested in Catholic Activities | 2024 membership contribution | $7,900 |
| City Harvest Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Church of the Blessed Sacrament | General operations | $5,000 |
| Georgetown University | School of foreign service | $5,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Kellogg institute general operations | $5,000 |
| Echange Endeavors | Youth centre renovations in uganda | $3,000 |
| Community Cooperative (DBA Francesco Collaborative) | Ceama through francesco collaboration | $3,000 |
| New York University School of Law | General operations | $2,500 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | American family children's hospital | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael G Rauenhorst
- Margaret M Green-Rauenhorst
- Tammy Crosby
Questions people ask
Does MGR Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MGR Foundation give?
$221,400 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs MGR Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael G Rauenhorst (President/Sec/Director (As), Margaret M Green-Rauenhorst (Vp/Treasurer/Director (As) and Tammy Crosby (Director (As Required)).
What does MGR Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.