The Janice Gardner Foundation
Accepts applications
The Janice Gardner Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $347,500 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $347,500 | 25 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 23 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Barbara Illies 7995 Afton Road Apt 109, Woodbury, MN 55125 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 865-8158, jbfl@aol.com |
| What to submit | Letter with description of organization and proof of 501(c)3 status. |
| Restrictions | Any qualified 501(c)3 organization may apply. |
What The Janice Gardner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 20 | $1.0 million |
| Kentucky | 2 | $64,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Interfaith Center | General operations | $250,000 |
| Jack's Caregiver Coalition | General operating | $75,000 |
| Beacon Interfaith | General operations | $54,000 |
| Alex's Lemonade Stand | General operations | $50,000 |
| Barren Heights | General operating | $50,000 |
| Cando Canines | General operating | $50,000 |
| Loaves & Fishes | General operations | $50,000 |
| Waycross Evangelical Church | General operations | $50,000 |
| Wingspan Life Resources | General operations | $50,000 |
| Youth Farm | General operations | $50,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | General operations | $50,000 |
| Canvas Health | General operations | $50,000 |
| Hunger Solutions Minnesota | General operations | $40,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General operations | $40,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General operating | $40,000 |
| Every Third Saturday | General operating | $35,000 |
| Pawsitivity Service Dogs for Veterans | General operating | $35,000 |
| Metro Meals on Wheels | General operating | $34,000 |
| Giving Voice Initiative | General operating | $25,000 |
| Camp Odayin | General operations | $25,000 |
| Ryan Mathis Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Buckhorn Children's Foundation Inc | General operating | $14,000 |
| Little Kitchen Food Shelf | General operations | $2,430 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Glaeser
- Penelope Tower
- Barbara Illies
Questions people ask
Does The Janice Gardner Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Janice Gardner Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Janice Gardner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Glaeser (Director), Penelope Tower (Director/Secretary) and Barbara Illies (Director / President/Treasurer).
What does The Janice Gardner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and animals.