Philotimo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Philotimo Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $778,775 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $140,000. 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$778,775
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$46,847
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $344,340 the year before.
44% 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 | $461,000 | 16 | $49,825 |
| 2024 | $344,340 | 17 | $41,209 |
| 2025 | $778,775 | 28 | $46,847 |
How to apply
Philotimo 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 Philotimo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 18 | $407,775 |
| New York | 3 | $205,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $29,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Common Hope | General support | $140,000 |
| Harlem Children's Zone | General support | $140,000 |
| Urban Refuge Church | General support | $70,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General support | $60,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $60,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General support | $40,000 |
| Anselm House | General support | $35,000 |
| Hope Academy | General support | $30,000 |
| Campus Crusade | General support | $29,000 |
| Innovation for Poverty Action | General support | $25,000 |
| University of Minnesota Department of Earth Sciences | Grant for support of earth science programs | $20,000 |
| Iafr Int Association for Refugees | General support | $15,775 |
| Training Leaders International | General support | $14,000 |
| Great Plains Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Great River Greening | General support | $10,000 |
| International Institute of Minnesota | General support | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | General support | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists | General support | $10,000 |
| Source Ministries | General support | $10,000 |
| Arrive Ministries | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Boundary Waters | General support | $5,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Prevention and Policy | General support | $5,000 |
| Literacy Minnesota | General support | $5,000 |
| Practicing the Way | General support | $5,000 |
| The Gospel Coalition | General support | $5,000 |
| Three Rivers Park District Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Children & Nature Network | General support | $3,000 |
| Bible Study Fellowship | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Cargill
- Emily Cargill
Questions people ask
Does Philotimo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Philotimo Foundation give?
$778,775 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Philotimo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Cargill (President/Treasurer) and Emily Cargill (Secretary).
What does Philotimo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, youth programs and faith communities.