Minnesota Association of Library Friends
Preselected recipients only
Minnesota Association of Library Friends is a private foundation in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,250 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,250
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$493,857
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4,350 the year before.
67% 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 | $1,750 | 3 | $468,495 |
| 2024 | $4,350 | 4 | $482,249 |
| 2025 | $2,250 | 3 | $493,857 |
How to apply
Minnesota Association of Library Friends 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Minnesota Association of Library Friends funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 | $2,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Moorhead | Evy nordley award for best project | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Morris Public Library | Evy nordley award for best project | $750 |
| Friends of the Austin Library | Evy nordley award for best project | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Eaton
- Loretta Ellsworth
- Barbara Beltrand
- Sheila Dechantal
- Karen Jacowitz
- Beth Nienow
- Ed Fagerlund
- Madeline Jarvis
- Cathy Fischer
Questions people ask
Does Minnesota Association of Library Friends accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Minnesota Association of Library Friends give?
$2,250 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Minnesota Association of Library Friends?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet Eaton (President), Loretta Ellsworth (Vice President / Programming), Barbara Beltrand (Treasurer) and Sheila Dechantal (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Minnesota Association of Library Friends fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.