Tankenoff Families Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tankenoff Families Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $886,735 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $175,000. 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$886,735
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$19.0 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $777,803 the year before.
21% 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 | $1.4 million | 82 | $18.0 million |
| 2024 | $777,803 | 68 | $18.6 million |
| 2025 | $886,735 | 70 | $19.0 million |
How to apply
Tankenoff Families 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 Tankenoff Families Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 59 | $719,735 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 2 | $51,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $7,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $600 |
| Illinois | 1 | $350 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Jewish Federation | Charitable | $175,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children's Services of MN | Charitable | $77,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Open Book | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Secure Community Network | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Herzl Camp | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Prism Minneapolis | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Minnesota Hillel Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Sabes JCC of Minneapolis | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Minnpost | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Temple Israel | Charitable | $15,700 |
| Minnesota Acts Now | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Prairiecare Fund | Charitable | $14,000 |
| University of MN Foundation | Charitable | $10,200 |
| Adath Jeshurun Congregation | Charitable | $10,100 |
| Agate Housting & Services | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jewish Housing & Programming (J-Hap) | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Loft Literacy Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Minnesota | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Children's Cancer Research Fund | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Jewfolk Media Inc | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of St Paul | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Crescent Cove | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Volunteers Enlisted to Help People (Veap) | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Gildas Club Twin Cities | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Bet Shalom Synagogue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Beth El Synagogue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Camp Ramah | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Emergency Assistance Programs | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Edallies | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Open Arms | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Queerspace Collective | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Union for Reform Judaism - Osrui Camp | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Edina Chamber of Commerce Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Minnesota Council on Foundations | Charitable | $2,750 |
| Edina Community Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Edina Give and Go | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott M Tankenoff
- Leoda Swanson
- Marsha J Tankenoff
- Helene Tankenoff
Questions people ask
Does Tankenoff Families Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tankenoff Families Foundation give?
$886,735 in tax year 2025, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Tankenoff Families Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott M Tankenoff (Chairman of the Board/President), Leoda Swanson (Vice President/Treasurer), Marsha J Tankenoff (Vice President) and Helene Tankenoff (Secretary).
What does Tankenoff Families Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.