The Three Sisters Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Three Sisters Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $73,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$73,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $76,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $76,000 | 24 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 24 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Three Sisters 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 Three Sisters Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $31,000 |
| New York | 4 | $13,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| No Kid Hungry | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Richard J Caron Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| California Wildlife Center | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Every Mother Counts | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| ASPCA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Challenge Aspen | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Connections for Abused Women and Children | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Downtown Women's Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Feeding America | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Bridge for Youth | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Los Angeles Emergency Preparedness Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Dream of Wild Health | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Environmental Working Group | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Organic Consumers Association | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association | Rfmba trail agents racing team | $1,000 |
| Saving Gracie | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Terracycle Global Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Macmillan
- Jessica Chaney Abate
- Katrina Chaney
- California Chaney
- Michella Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Three Sisters Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Three Sisters Foundation give?
$73,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Three Sisters Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Macmillan (Director), Jessica Chaney Abate (Director), Katrina Chaney (Director) and California Chaney (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Three Sisters Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, community development and youth programs.