The Ankeny Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ankeny Foundation is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $303,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $76,500 and the largest $148,000. 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$303,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$76,500
- Largest grant$148,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $454,500 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $241,500 | 22 | $4.5 million |
| 2023 | $454,500 | 5 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $303,000 | 4 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
The Ankeny 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $198,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $103,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | General operations | $148,000 |
| Dartmouth College | General operations | $103,000 |
| Curebound Inc | General operations | $50,000 |
| New York Road Runners Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Don Ankeny
- Phil Ankeny
- Harriet Chute
- Sarah Reiley
- Charles W Ankeny
Questions people ask
Does The Ankeny Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ankeny Foundation give?
$303,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $76,500.
Who runs The Ankeny Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Don Ankeny (President), Phil Ankeny (Secretary & Treasurer), Harriet Chute (Trustee) and Sarah Reiley (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.