The John Mondati Foundation
Accepts applications
The John Mondati Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomington, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,750 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$52,750
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $53,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $49,500 | 8 | $934,351 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 6 | $993,233 |
| 2025 | $52,750 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Sylvia Mondati 6700 W Old Shakopee Rd 107, Minneapolis, MN 55408-3528 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 986-8776 |
| What to submit | Application form on website |
| Restrictions | The Foundation provides grants to nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations in Minnesota that promote healthy lifestyles, promote preventative medicine, and offer integrative methods of health and wellness. MUST BE A 501(C)3 ORGANIZATION |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The John Mondati Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $52,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Open Arms of Minnesota | To support the general operating budget for providing medically tailored meals and delivering the healthy, whole foods to people suffering from life-threatening illnesses; their urban farms use organic methods and permaculture principles | $15,000 |
| North Memorial Foundation | To continue to develop the Integrative Services program to offer patients holistic options alongside traditional medicine, including biobands, music support and music therapy, acupressure, guided imagery, and massage | $12,000 |
| Aliveness Project | To help Minnesotans living with HIV/AIDS continue to have free access to our specialized HIV/AIDS Food Shelf and Meal Program | $10,000 |
| Park Nicollet Foundation | To expand our medical system-based integrative therapies program, which provides no-cost, non-billable services like Healing Touch, massage, guided relaxation, and aromatherapy for patients and healthcare workers | $10,000 |
| Courage Kenny | To support Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute's Aquatics and Fitness programs,which empower individuals of all ages with disabilities and chronic health conditions to improve their health, mobility, and independence | $5,000 |
| MN Council on Foundations | Membership | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Maryon Kellar
- Timothy L Solie
- Sylvia Mondati
Questions people ask
Does The John Mondati Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The John Mondati Foundation give?
$52,750 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The John Mondati Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Maryon Kellar (Director), Timothy L Solie (President/Director) and Sylvia Mondati (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct).
What does The John Mondati Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and food and hunger.