Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$35.2 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
24% of its 2025 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 | $1.1 million | 14 | $29.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 15 | $30.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 17 | $35.2 million |
How to apply
Norman and Evangeline Hagfors 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 Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 13 | $1.4 million |
| California | 2 | $200,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $42,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magnuson Christian School | Gala match grant | $300,000 |
| Minneapolis Heart Institute | General operations | $243,000 |
| St Andrews Lutheran Church | General operations | $150,000 |
| Luther Seminary | General operations | $125,000 |
| Allina Health Foundation | General operations | $100,000 |
| Augsburg University | Evangeline hagfors fund | $100,000 |
| Bethel University | General operations | $100,000 |
| First Covenant Church | General operations | $100,000 |
| Point Loma Nazarene University | General operations | $100,000 |
| Westmont College | General operations | $100,000 |
| Norway House | General operations | $75,000 |
| Minnehaha Academy | General operations | $50,000 |
| Cru Campus Crusade for Christ | General operations | $32,000 |
| Friends of Madagascar Mission | General operations | $30,000 |
| Echo | General operations | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operations | $10,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norman Hagfors
- Mark Hagfors
- Rachel Pickerign
Questions people ask
Does Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Norman Hagfors (Director/President/Treasurer), Mark Hagfors (Director/Vice-President) and Rachel Pickerign (Director/Vice-President/Secretary).
What does Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.