Scandia Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Scandia Foundation Inc is a private foundation in St Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $380,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $260,000. 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$380,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$260,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,200 the year before.
60% 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 | $78,200 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $380,000 | 5 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Scandia 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 4 | $370,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| State Street Theater | General support of organization | $260,000 |
| Creekside Montessori | General support of organization | $85,000 |
| New Ulm Area Foundation | General support of organization | $15,000 |
| Think New Mexico | General support of organization | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Internship Center | General support of organization | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thor Mickelson
- Cindi Beth Johnson
- Dagni Lee
Questions people ask
Does Scandia Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scandia Foundation Inc give?
$380,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Scandia Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Thor Mickelson (President, Treasurer), Cindi Beth Johnson (Vice President, Secretary) and Dagni Lee (Vice President).