Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation is a private foundation in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $964,700. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$964,700
- Assets$33.8 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 9 | $31.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 11 | $33.8 million |
How to apply
Blythe Brenden-Mann 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 1 | $300,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Various funds and | $964,700 |
| American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science Inc | Various funds | $300,000 |
| Artspace Projects Inc | General operating | $100,000 |
| Greater Twin Cities United Way | General operating | $50,000 |
| The Sanneh Foundation Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
| Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts | General operating | $20,000 |
| Guthrie Theatre Foundation | General operating | $20,000 |
| Women's Foundation of Minnesota | General operating | $20,000 |
| Vital Voices Global Partnership Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | Various funds | $10,000 |
| Pet Haven Inc of Minnesota | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dorsey Whitney Trust Company LLC
- Blythe Brenden
Questions people ask
Does Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dorsey Whitney Trust Company LLC (Trustee) and Blythe Brenden (Trustee).
What does Blythe Brenden-Mann Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and animals.