Team Foundation
Accepts applications
Team Foundation is a private foundation in Bagley, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,895 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $52,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$155,895
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$52,500
- Assets$359,751
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $385,580 the year before.
33% 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 | $649,032 | 40 | $297,699 |
| 2024 | $385,580 | 40 | $364,790 |
| 2025 | $155,895 | 21 | $359,751 |
How to apply
| Contact | Tricia Bracas 105 Park Avenue NW, Bagley, MN 56621-9558 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (218) 694-4219, triciayoung@team-ind.com |
| What to submit | Copy of application form on file: information to be included on form listed below: a) name of organization requesting b) address, city, state, zip code c) employer identification number d) contact name, title, phone, fax, email e) 2-3 sentence summary of request f) amount of request and date needed by g) categorization of funds to be used for w/ options shown: 1) operating support, 2) project/program support, 3) technology, 4) administrative costs, 5) capital, 6) other (LIST) prior to filling out application form, additional information must be submitted: report narrative including: a) organization information comprised of 1) history, 2) mission and goals, 3) current programs or activities, and 4) population served and geographic are served b) purpose of grant information comprised of 1) specific objective to meet objective, and 3) funding strategies and current status in meeting funding needs attachments: a) finances including 1) most recent financial statement, 2) project budget, and |
| Restrictions | Organizations receiving grants must be 501(c)(3) non- profit or government entity. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Team Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 17 | $74,895 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $52,500 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sanford Health | Hospital support | $52,500 |
| Hospice of Red River Valley | Program support | $25,000 |
| Gonvick Fire Department | Program support | $10,000 |
| Detroit Lakes High School | Program support - robotics | $8,000 |
| Lake Park Audubon Schools | Program support | $5,895 |
| Audubon Fire Department | Program support - new fire engine | $5,000 |
| Bemidji Vex Robotics | Program support - robotics | $5,000 |
| City of Lake Park | Program support - meals on wheels | $5,000 |
| Clearbrook Gonvick School | Program support | $5,000 |
| Lake Park Audubon Ecfe | Program support | $5,000 |
| Perham Robotics Booster Club | Program support - robotics | $5,000 |
| Magelssen Elementary School | Program support | $3,500 |
| Bagley Elementary Robotics | Program support | $3,000 |
| Bluejackets Robotics Booster Club | Program support - robotics | $3,000 |
| Lake Park Audubon Robotics | Program support - robotics | $3,000 |
| Clear Waters Life Center | Program support | $2,500 |
| Faith Christian School | Program support | $2,500 |
| Faith Hope Love Academy | Program support | $2,500 |
| Kaotic Robotics | Program support | $2,500 |
| Books for Better Minnesota | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Guide Service | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tricia Bracas
- Jerusa Ricke-Frederick
- Chad Armstrong
- Chandra Braaten
- Tamara Harstad
Questions people ask
Does Team Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Team Foundation give?
$155,895 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Team Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tricia Bracas (Chair), Jerusa Ricke-Frederick (Vice Chair), Chad Armstrong (Treasurer) and Chandra Braaten (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Team Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.