The Wasie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wasie Foundation is a private foundation in Wayzata, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $2.1 million | 18 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 21 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Wasie 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 Wasie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $1.5 million |
| Minnesota | 11 | $217,900 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 4KIDS of South Florida Inc | General operations | $500,000 |
| Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital Foundation Inc | Capital improvements | $300,000 |
| Lee Memorial Health System Foundation Inc | Program support | $200,000 |
| Lee Memorial Health System Foundation Inc | Capital improvements | $200,000 |
| The Immokalee Foundation Inc | General operations | $200,000 |
| Our Lady of Peace | Capital improvements | $100,000 |
| The Immokalee Foundation Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Vail Place | General operations | $30,000 |
| Gilda's Club Twin Cities Inc | Program support | $25,000 |
| Gillette Children's Hospital Foundation | Capital improvements | $25,000 |
| Jessica June Children's Cancer Foundation Inc | Program support | $25,000 |
| True Friends | Capital improvements | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Collier County Inc | General operations | $7,500 |
| Ataxia Telangiectasia Children's Project | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hopekids Inc | Program support | $5,000 |
| Polish American Cultural Institute of Minnesota | General operations | $5,000 |
| Breanna's Gift | Program support | $2,500 |
| Miracle at Manchester Foundation | Capital improvements | $2,500 |
| Maple Grove Rotary Foundation | General operations | $150 |
| Camp Lebanon | General operations | $125 |
| Martin County Humane Society | General operations | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregg D Sjoquist
- Danille B Mathison
- Sandra D Muvdi
Questions people ask
Does The Wasie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wasie Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Wasie Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregg D Sjoquist (President/Ceo/Director), Danille B Mathison (Exec Dir/Vice Pres/Treas/Director) and Sandra D Muvdi (Director).
What does The Wasie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and animals.