W G Christianson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
W G Christianson Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $645,000 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $80,000. 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$645,000
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$12.1 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $536,000 the year before.
37% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $532,000 | 34 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $536,000 | 32 | $11.6 million |
| 2025 | $645,000 | 38 | $12.1 million |
How to apply
W G Christianson 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 W G Christianson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $514,000 |
| California | 3 | $56,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $17,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 6 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery | General support | $80,000 |
| Hope Academy Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Annuciation School of Church | General support | $75,000 |
| Montessori Center of MN | General support | $60,000 |
| Jeremiah Program | General support | $50,000 |
| Abria Pregnancy Resources | General support | $40,000 |
| Way to Grow | General support | $40,000 |
| Martha's Village & Kitchen | General support | $35,000 |
| NPH USA | General support | $30,000 |
| Southwest Options for Women | General support | $30,000 |
| Our Lady of Grace Church and School | General support | $25,000 |
| Project for Pride in Living | General support | $25,000 |
| Sacred Heart | General support | $20,000 |
| Franciscan Univ of Stubenville | General support | $15,000 |
| Centro Tyrone Guzman | General support | $10,000 |
| Eternal World Television Network (Ewtn) | General support | $10,000 |
| Center for Action and Contemplation | General support | $2,000 |
| Worthington Christian Church | General support | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | General support | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of America | General support | $1,000 |
| Birthright of Grand Junction | General support | $1,000 |
| Discovery School of San Antonio | General support | $1,000 |
| En Ka Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Gloria Deo Academy | General support | $1,000 |
| St George Episcopal Church | General support | $1,000 |
| St Peter the Apostle Catholic Church | General support | $1,000 |
| The Constellation Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| August Heart | General support | $1,000 |
| City of Lake Waldorf School | General support | $1,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Grove Christian Academy | General support | $1,000 |
| Hilltop Community Resources Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Redeemer Bible Church | General support | $1,000 |
| Sustained Farms | General support | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General support | $1,000 |
| Winchester Sports Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Give Well | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Herman
- Julie Christianson
- John Erhart
Questions people ask
Does W G Christianson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does W G Christianson Foundation give?
$645,000 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs W G Christianson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Herman (Vice President), Julie Christianson (Director) and John Erhart (Director).
What does W G Christianson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.