Trust for the Meditation Process
Accepts applications
Trust for the Meditation Process is a private foundation in Edina, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $277,468 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $26,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$277,468
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was up from $256,312 the year before.
70% 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 | $256,312 | 25 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $277,468 | 33 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | M Bolinger Trust for Meditation Pro 2801 Hennepin Ave S 259, Minneapolis, MN 55408 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 554-7253, martha@trustformeditation.org |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | Statement 11 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Trust for the Meditation Process funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to District of Columbia. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $46,000 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $45,225 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $17,989 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $15,680 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $12,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $11,450 |
| Arizona | 2 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | Various | $26,000 |
| Bipoc Centering Prayer Retreat Group | Various | $25,500 |
| World Community for Christian Meditation Intl | Various | $25,000 |
| Contemplate Lincoln | Various | $15,680 |
| Contemplative Outreach | Various | $15,000 |
| Laudato Si Movement | Various | $15,000 |
| Georgia State University School of Public Health Urban Life | Various | $12,989 |
| Inner Explorer | Various | $10,000 |
| Whole School Mindfulness | Various | $10,000 |
| Inward Bound Mindfulness Education | Various | $8,000 |
| Pax | Various | $7,500 |
| Calmer Choice | Various | $7,000 |
| World Community for Christian Meditation USA | Various | $6,450 |
| U Mass Memorial Health | Various | $5,225 |
| Civitan Foundation | Various | $5,000 |
| Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Cneter | Various | $5,000 |
| Metanoia of Vermont | Various | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Urban Garden Charter School | Various | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian New Church Dev Commission | Various | $5,000 |
| St Paul Orthodox Tewahedo Church | Various | $5,000 |
| Nassau County Police Dept | Various | $5,000 |
| Peace of Mind | Various | $5,000 |
| Saban Community Clinic | Various | $5,000 |
| Space Between | Various | $5,000 |
| Stand Up Speak Out of North Carolina | Various | $5,000 |
| Tucson Cancer Conquerors | Various | $5,000 |
| University of Central Florida | Various | $5,000 |
| University of Connecticut School of Social Work | Various | $5,000 |
| Instill Mindfulness for Kids | Various | $4,800 |
| Native Strength Revolution | Various | $4,500 |
| Red Willow Learning Center | Various | $3,462 |
| Restoration Ministries | Various | $3,000 |
| Friends of Mercy Foundation | Various | $2,362 |
Officers and trustees
- Donelle Polling
- Martha Bolinger
- Paul Taylor
- Deborah Chernick
- Michael Lilja
- Anthony Nelson Coffee
- Thomas J Bushlack PHD
- Adam Gordon
- Greg Sicheneder
Questions people ask
Does Trust for the Meditation Process accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Statement 11.
How much does Trust for the Meditation Process give?
$277,468 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Trust for the Meditation Process?
Its 2024 filing lists Donelle Polling (Trustee), Martha Bolinger (Director), Paul Taylor (Trustee) and Deborah Chernick (Investment Committee Chair) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Trust for the Meditation Process fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.