Rukavina Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Rukavina Family Foundation is a private foundation in Winona, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $251,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$251,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $235,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $213,000 | 18 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $235,000 | 20 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $251,000 | 18 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | WNB Financial - Trust Department 204 Main Street PO Box 499, Winona, MN 55987 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (507) 454-5500, christopherr@wnbfinancial.com |
| What to submit | Amount requested and purpose |
| Restrictions | Educational, civic, or religious activities |
What Rukavina Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 16 | $216,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charitities Twin Cities | Shelter and support services | $30,000 |
| Natopiwo Partners | General support | $30,000 |
| Abria Pregnancy Resources | Staff education | $20,000 |
| Open Arms of Minnesota | Low income meals | $20,000 |
| Milkweed Editions | Seedbank series | $20,000 |
| Operation Bootstrap - Africa | Emergency medical services | $20,000 |
| St Mary's Immaculate Conception Parish | Church renovation project | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southern MN | Refugee resettlement program | $15,000 |
| St Mary's Health Clinics | Short-term virtual clinic expansion | $15,000 |
| Philomena House Maternity Home | Community dinner program | $10,000 |
| Together for Good | Volunteer crm program fees | $10,000 |
| Upton Program | Financial litreracy | $10,000 |
| Catholic Studies | Mission and culture fellows in catholic education | $10,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Camp needlepoint hudson, wi | $5,000 |
| Brotherhood of Hope | U of m catholic students united | $5,000 |
| The Retreat | Women's scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Surrender | General support | $5,000 |
| Guiding Star Wakota | Baby bottle fundraising | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn Myhra
- Daniel J Rukavina
- WNB Financial
- Marian K Rukavina
Questions people ask
Does Rukavina Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Rukavina Family Foundation give?
$251,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Rukavina Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn Myhra (Vice President), Daniel J Rukavina (Secretary), WNB Financial (Treasurer) and Marian K Rukavina (President).
What does Rukavina Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.