The Shared Fund
Accepts applications
The Shared Fund is a private foundation in Bloomington, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $218,365 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,265 and the largest $55,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$218,365
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,265
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $171,900 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $131,716 | 42 | $489,878 |
| 2024 | $171,900 | 40 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $218,365 | 47 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Fred Weiner 8500 Normandale Lake Blvd 350, Bloomington, MN 55437 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (952) 925-3411 |
| What to submit | Request application and instructions by letter only. |
What The Shared Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $66,265 |
| Virginia | 1 | $55,000 |
| Minnesota | 9 | $37,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $12,500 |
| New York | 4 | $9,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $7,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,100 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various Charitable | General use of charity | $55,000 |
| San Diego Symphony Orchestra | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General use of charity | $12,000 |
| North Coast Repertory Theatre | General use of charity | $10,000 |
| Avera Health Foundation | General use of charity | $7,500 |
| Desire Childcare Organization | General use of charity | $5,100 |
| Abundance Educational Institute | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Conflict Resolution Center | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Mingei International Museum | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| NDN Collective | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Seeds Worth Sewing | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Voices for Children | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Gillette Childrens Foundation | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Glass Wing International | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Shir Tikvah | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| Unidos MN Education Fund | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| California Community Foundation | General use of charity | $5,000 |
| La Jolla Music Society | General use of charity | $4,000 |
| NBCF National Breast Cancer Fund | General use of charity | $2,500 |
| Oklahoma Contemporary Art | General use of charity | $2,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General use of charity | $2,500 |
| Wild Salmon Center | General use of charity | $2,500 |
| Temple Solel | General use of charity | $2,265 |
| Feeding San Diego | General use of charity | $2,000 |
| Harlem Academy | General use of charity | $2,000 |
| North County Food Bank | General use of charity | $2,000 |
| Serving Seniors | General use of charity | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General use of charity | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Guthrie | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Heifer International | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Service | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| KPBS | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art - San Diego | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Museum of Photographic Art | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| Rancho Coastal Humane Society | General use of charity | $1,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | General use of charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard Weiner
- Frederick Weiner
Questions people ask
Does The Shared Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Shared Fund give?
$218,365 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,265.
Who runs The Shared Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard Weiner (President) and Frederick Weiner (Vice President).
What does The Shared Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.