Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American
Accepts applications
Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American is a private foundation in St Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,696 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $50,696 and the largest $50,696. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$50,696
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$50,696
- Largest grant$50,696
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $72,016 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 | $92,305 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $72,016 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $50,696 | 1 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Schaffer President 20 West 12th St Room 300A, St Paul, MN 55155 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (651) 291-1800 |
| What to submit | Interested parties should provide an explanation of the mission of the organization/individual. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,696 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Brain Sciences Center | Brain science research | $50,696 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Schaffer
- Larry Ryan
- Patti Gunderson
- Judy Ackerman
- Joe Bayer
- Dennis Bjorklund
- Daniel Bronk
- Anna Eells
- Barbara Hopewell
- Dan Ludwig
- Dr Carl Moon
- Rosemary Niesen
- John Weiss
Questions people ask
Does Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American give?
$50,696 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $50,696.
Who runs Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Schaffer (President), Larry Ryan (Vice President), Patti Gunderson (Secretary/Treasurer) and Judy Ackerman (Director) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.