Severson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Severson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $178,120 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,200 and the largest $100,000. 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$178,120
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,200
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $173,870 the year before.
9% 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 | $365,250 | 14 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $173,870 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $178,120 | 11 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Severson 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 Severson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 8 | $116,200 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $11,920 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Augustana University | Community Benefit | $100,000 |
| First Lutheran Church | Community Benefit | $50,000 |
| Westwood Lutheran Church | Community Benefit | $9,920 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Community Benefit | $4,000 |
| The Banquet | Community Benefit | $4,000 |
| Pickerel Lake Conservancy | Environmental Conservation | $3,200 |
| Rise Early Learning Center | Early Childhood Education | $2,000 |
| Sioux Falls Area Humane Society | Community Benefit | $2,000 |
| Big Paws Canine | Community Benefit | $1,000 |
| First Tee South Dakota | Community Benefit | $1,000 |
| The Furniture Mission | Community Benefit | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane M Severson
- Mary L Severson
- Allan M Severson
- Julie Schnaible
- Jeffrey A Severson
Questions people ask
Does Severson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Severson Family Foundation give?
$178,120 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,200.
Who runs Severson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jane M Severson (President), Mary L Severson (Vice President), Allan M Severson (Secretary/Treasurer) and Julie Schnaible (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Severson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and animals.