The Nolan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nolan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $230,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $57,000. 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$230,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$57,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $236,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $236,000 | 28 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $230,000 | 27 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
The Nolan Family 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 Nolan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 1 | $57,000 |
| New York | 4 | $49,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $44,000 |
| Minnesota | 9 | $36,200 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $10,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Powater | Unrestricted charitable grant | $57,000 |
| Culinary Insitute of America | Unrestricted charitable grant | $28,000 |
| Avon Old Farm School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Squash Haven | Unrestricted charitable grant | $19,000 |
| Jay Heritage Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Posse Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Wildcat Sanctuary | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental Studies | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough Miami | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Los Cabos Children's Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Perpich Arts Hs - Music Department | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Rainn | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| St Thomas Academy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,500 |
| Kausay-Wasi Capitol City Medical Teams | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| Youth Frontiers | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| Liga Mac Co Baja Community Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,800 |
| Feline Rescue | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| The Kitten's Cradle | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| University of Vermont Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| One Village Partners | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,700 |
| The Art Base | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Port Chester Carver Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
| The Blake School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter D Rocca
Questions people ask
Does The Nolan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nolan Family Foundation give?
$230,000 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Nolan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter D Rocca (Trustee).
What does The Nolan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.