The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation is a private foundation in Maple Grove, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $21,000. 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$115,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $87,000 the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $64,300 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $87,000 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $115,000 | 23 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Joel and Teresa Pfister 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 The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $88,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $12,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of the Twin Cities | Charitable contribution | $21,000 |
| Mobile Hope | Charitable contribution | $12,000 |
| Crescent Cove | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Eddy House | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Rise Up Ninja Foundation | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Compassion Ministries | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Bras for Girls | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Kaleidoscope Performing Arts | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| The Advocates for Human Rights | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Southwest Carver County Food Shelf | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Waconia United Food Shelf (Gather & Grow) | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Bountiful Basket Food Shelf of Eastern Carver County | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Caring Hearts in Action MN | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Castle Rock Community Inter-Church Task Force | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Center for Family Life in Sunset Park Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Groveland Emergency Food Shelf Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Interfaith Food Bank | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Ruby's Heart | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| The Food Bank of Nevada County Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| The Food Bank of Northern Nevada Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Preston Serviceman's Club Inc | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mara Milne
- Steven Westberg
- Kelli A Hill
- Michael Conlin
- Erin Schopfer
- Kevin Jensen
- Sally Dvorak
- Seth Allen
Questions people ask
Does The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation give?
$115,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mara Milne (President), Steven Westberg (Vice President & Treasurer), Kelli A Hill (Secretary) and Michael Conlin (Committee Member) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Joel and Teresa Pfister Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, food and hunger and faith communities.