Putrah Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Putrah Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Faribault, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $112,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$112,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
83% 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 | $380,000 | 2 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $112,500 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Putrah Foundation Inc 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 Putrah Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $107,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Divine Mercy Catholic School | Donation | $50,000 |
| Fairbault School Community Education | Donation | $35,000 |
| Fairbault Booster Club | Donation | $20,000 |
| Naples Take A Soldier Fishing | Donation | $5,000 |
| Faribault Public Schools | Donation | $1,500 |
| Fairbault Football Association | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Trevor Putrah
- Richard Putrah
- Timothy Putrah
- Megan Vonruden
- Stuart Romenesko
Questions people ask
Does Putrah Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Putrah Foundation Inc give?
$112,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Putrah Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Trevor Putrah (Director/President), Richard Putrah (Director), Timothy Putrah (Director) and Megan Vonruden (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Putrah Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.