Richard F McNamara Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard F McNamara Family Foundation is a private foundation in Edina, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,543 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,790 and the largest $52,500. 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$140,543
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,790
- Largest grant$52,500
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,699 the year before.
33% 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 | $117,295 | 5 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $120,699 | 7 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $140,543 | 6 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Richard F McNamara Family 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 Richard F McNamara Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $140,425 |
| California | 1 | $118 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General funding | $52,500 |
| Alzheimers Assn | General purposes | $46,145 |
| U of MN Athletics Department | General purposes | $24,330 |
| Wallin Education | General funding | $17,250 |
| Layla Julien Foundation | General funding | $200 |
| Pledgling Foundation | General funding | $118 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily McNamara
- Sharon Dalmasso
- Chris Hawley
Questions people ask
Does Richard F McNamara Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard F McNamara Family Foundation give?
$140,543 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,790.
Who runs Richard F McNamara Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily McNamara (Co-Trustee), Sharon Dalmasso (Co-Trustee) and Chris Hawley (Co-Trustee).
What does Richard F McNamara Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.