Robert E Fraser Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert E Fraser Foundation is a private foundation in Maple Grove, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $210,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$210,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $180,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $180,000 | 12 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 15 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Robert E Fraser 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 Robert E Fraser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 11 | $145,000 |
| California | 3 | $40,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NW Foundation NW Missouri State Uni | General Charitable Purposes | $25,000 |
| RS Eden | General Charitable Purposes | $20,000 |
| Sharing and Caring Hands | General Charitable Purposes | $20,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | General Charitable Purposes | $20,000 |
| Families Forward Learning Center | General Charitable Purposes | $20,000 |
| Bolder Options | General Charitable Purposes | $15,000 |
| Feeding Our Communities Partners | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Ampersand Families | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| St Peter Childrens Weekend Food P | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| My Very Own Bed | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Groveland Emergency Food Shelf | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| NC Little Memorial Hospice | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Downtown Womens Center | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Corner House | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edwin L Chanin
- George P Fraser
- Diane Carlson
- Emily Brown
- Stuart Carlson
- Gwendolyn Carlson
Questions people ask
Does Robert E Fraser Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert E Fraser Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Robert E Fraser Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edwin L Chanin (President), George P Fraser (Vice President), Diane Carlson (Vice President) and Emily Brown (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Robert E Fraser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and youth programs.