Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation is a private foundation in Faribault, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$125,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,000 the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 | $1.1 million | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 9 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 6 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Trevor and Caren Putrah 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 Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 | $95,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Episcopal Homes Foundation | Donation | $50,000 |
| Shattuck- St Mary's School | Donation | $35,000 |
| Montana Land Reliance Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Union Gospel Missions Twin Cities | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Brett Boyer Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Trevor Putrah
- Caren Putrah
- Currie Putrah
- Sydney Putrah
- Matthew Drevlow
- Stuart Romenesko
Questions people ask
Does Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Trevor Putrah (President), Caren Putrah (Treasurer), Currie Putrah (Board Member) and Sydney Putrah (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Trevor and Caren Putrah Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.