Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation is a private foundation in Mankato, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,250 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$60,250
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$822,481
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7,480 the year before.
73% 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 | $7,480 | 5 | $631,101 |
| 2024 | $60,250 | 11 | $822,481 |
How to apply
Wynn and Ginnette Kearney 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 Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $57,700 |
| Montana | 2 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $300 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MSU Foundation | Kearney International Center | $26,000 |
| YWCA | Elizabeth Kearney Leadership Program | $25,000 |
| University of Minnesota Athletics | Athletics and General Operations | $3,200 |
| Augsburg University | General Operations | $2,000 |
| Minnesota Doctors of People | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Undue Medical Debt | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Echo Food Shelf | General Operations | $500 |
| Missoula Public Library | General Operations | $500 |
| Public Land Water Access Association | General Operations | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General Operations | $300 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General Operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- R Wynn Kearney Jr
- Ginnette Kearney
Questions people ask
Does Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation give?
$60,250 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists R Wynn Kearney Jr (President/ Sec/ Treas) and Ginnette Kearney (Vice President).
What does Wynn and Ginnette Kearney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.