We Can Learn
Preselected recipients only
We Can Learn is a private foundation in Bloomington, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $477,290 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,707 and the largest $439,375. 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$477,290
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,707
- Largest grant$439,375
- Assets$166,705
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $75,319 the year before.
78% 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 | $75,319 | 3 | $131,598 |
| 2024 | $477,290 | 9 | $166,705 |
How to apply
We Can Learn 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What We Can Learn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $439,375 |
| Texas | 1 | $14,407 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $7,883 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,807 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,314 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,707 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,797 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough Collaborative | Educational software & assessment | $439,375 |
| Hope Academy Schools Ebcm | Educational software & assessment | $14,407 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | Educational software & assessment | $7,169 |
| Emmanuel International College Jos | Educational software & assessment | $4,807 |
| Kids on Point | Educational software & assessment | $3,707 |
| Project Build | Educational software & assessment | $3,607 |
| Raising Expectations | Educational software & assessment | $2,797 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | Educational software & assessment | $714 |
| Kim's Open Door | Educational software & assessment | $707 |
Officers and trustees
- Eddie Crosby
- Madison Michell
- Mark Radcliffe
- Brianna Pyka
- Diane McRandal
- Chrishonda Smith
- Amela Huskic
- Michelle Barrett
- John Robert Jackson
- Shannon Arczynski
- Nikki Privett
- Jayne Lammers
Questions people ask
Does We Can Learn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does We Can Learn give?
$477,290 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,707.
Who runs We Can Learn?
Its 2024 filing lists Eddie Crosby (Board Member), Madison Michell (Co-Director of Communications), Mark Radcliffe (Board Member) and Brianna Pyka (Co-Director of Communications) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does We Can Learn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.