The Michelle Gargaro Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Michelle Gargaro Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$1,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$7,586
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,500 | 2 | $4,537 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 3 | $7,775 |
| 2025 | $1,000 | 1 | $7,586 |
How to apply
The Michelle Gargaro Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALS Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Gargaro
- Christopher Gargaro III
- Ryan Gargaro
Questions people ask
Does The Michelle Gargaro Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Michelle Gargaro Foundation Inc give?
$1,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Michelle Gargaro Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Chris Gargaro (President), Christopher Gargaro III (Vice President) and Ryan Gargaro (Treasurer).