Robert W Carlson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert W Carlson Foundation is a private foundation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$28,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $54,500 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,700 | 14 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $54,500 | 15 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $28,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Robert W Carlson 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 W Carlson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $23,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ascension Catholic School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dunwoody College of Technology | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Edallies | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Project Build- Southwest Flordia | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Urban Roots | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hazelden Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Mary's Greek Orthodox Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Carlson Jr
- Virginia D Carlson
- Dana Carlson Smith
Questions people ask
Does Robert W Carlson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert W Carlson Foundation give?
$28,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Robert W Carlson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert W Carlson Jr (Treasurer), Virginia D Carlson (Secretary) and Dana Carlson Smith (President).
What does Robert W Carlson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.