Stiles Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stiles Foundation is a private foundation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,450 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$44,450
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$530,915
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,850 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $53,990 | 20 | $434,837 |
| 2024 | $62,850 | 23 | $422,614 |
| 2025 | $44,450 | 21 | $530,915 |
How to apply
Stiles 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 Stiles Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 18 | $42,700 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Normandale Community College Founda | Gos | $10,000 |
| Veap | Gos | $10,000 |
| Aavishkaar USA | General Operating Support GOS | $2,500 |
| International Village Clinic | Gos | $2,500 |
| Oasis for Youth | Gos | $2,500 |
| Voyageurs Lutheran Ministry | Gos | $2,500 |
| Individual | Gos | $2,000 |
| Cornerstone | Gos | $2,000 |
| Three Rivers Park District Foundati | Gos | $2,000 |
| Bloomington Symphony Orchestra | Gos | $2,000 |
| Prop | Gos | $2,000 |
| The Rotary Foundation | Gos | $1,000 |
| True Friends | Gos | $1,000 |
| Individual | Gos | $500 |
| Education Foundation of Bloomington | Gos | $500 |
| Minnesota Chiefs of Police Fdn | Gos | $500 |
| Center for Action and Contemplation | Gos | $250 |
| Eagle Group of Veterans | Veteran sponsorship | $250 |
| National Lutheran Choir | Gos | $250 |
| Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Fdn | Gos | $100 |
| Conley Family Foundation | Gos | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald A Stiles
- Leslie H Stiles
Questions people ask
Does Stiles Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stiles Foundation give?
$44,450 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Stiles Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald A Stiles (President) and Leslie H Stiles (Secretary).
What does Stiles Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.