The Windibrow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Windibrow Foundation is a private foundation in Long Lake, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $52,775 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$52,775
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was up from $51,300 the year before.
12% of its 2024 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 | $51,300 | 26 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $52,775 | 25 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Windibrow 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 Windibrow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 14 | $29,275 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,500 |
| Arizona | 3 | $3,800 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $700 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Outdoor Leadership School | General operating | $10,000 |
| Science Museum of MN | General operating | $7,000 |
| Animal Humane Society of MN | General operating | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General operating | $4,500 |
| Planned Parenthood MN | General operating | $3,000 |
| Minnetonka Center for the Arts | General operating | $3,000 |
| Reid Park Zoo | General operating | $2,500 |
| Mayo Clinic Development Office | General operating | $2,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General operating | $2,000 |
| Nature Conservancy - MN | General operating | $2,000 |
| The Masters School | General operating | $1,500 |
| The New York Community Trust | General operating | $1,500 |
| Como Park Zoo & Conservatory | General operating | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | General operating | $1,000 |
| The Hermitage Cat Shelter | General operating | $1,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | General operating | $1,000 |
| Nscda | General operating | $775 |
| American Indian College Fund | General operating | $700 |
| Cal Alumni Association | General operating | $500 |
| NAMI | General operating | $500 |
| St Paul Academy & Summit School | General operating | $500 |
| Sea Shepherd Conservation Society | General operating | $500 |
| Interfaith Outreach | General operating | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General operating | $500 |
| Tucson Audubon Society | General operating | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Margherita Gale Harris
- Ianna M Breese
- Robert WH Sinkler
Questions people ask
Does The Windibrow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Windibrow Foundation give?
$52,775 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Windibrow Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Margherita Gale Harris (President), Ianna M Breese (VP & Secretary) and Robert WH Sinkler (VP & Treasurer).
What does The Windibrow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.