True Blue Foundation
Preselected recipients only
True Blue Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$70,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$801,484
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $70,000 the year before.
42% 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 | $60,000 | 9 | $590,538 |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 8 | $690,438 |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 12 | $801,484 |
How to apply
True Blue 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 True Blue Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cradle of Hope of MN | To support the activities of cradle of hope of mn. | $10,000 |
| Pro-Life Action Ministries | To support the activities of pro-life action ministries of minnesota | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart Haiti Mission Co Holy Spirit Catholic Church | To support the activities of sacred heart haiti mission | $7,000 |
| Be Not Afraid Inc | To support the activities of be not afraid, inc | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota | To support the activities of catholic charities of southern minnesota | $6,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | To support the activities of gary sinise foundation. | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Winona Co Rachel Project | To support the activities of project rachel program. | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Citizen's Concerned for Life Education Fund | To support the activities of minnesota citizen's concerned for life education fund | $5,000 |
| Word on Fire Catholic Ministries | To support the activities of word on fire catholic ministries | $5,000 |
| Camp Companion | To support the activities of camp companion. | $4,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | To support the activities of best friends animal society. | $3,000 |
| Rochester Area Foundation Co Lotus Health Foundation | To support the activities of lotus health foundation. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann M Bolin
Questions people ask
Does True Blue Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does True Blue Foundation give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs True Blue Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann M Bolin (Trustee).
What does True Blue Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.