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Est.

1987

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The PhilanthroFund Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on relationship-based grantmaking, providing a total of $1.7 million in grants to 78 grantees in 2025. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and only engages with nonprofits through invitation. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PFund Foundation builds equity with LGBTQ+ communities across the Upper Midwest by providing grants and scholarships, developing leaders, and inspiring giving.
Total Funding Given
$1.7M
2025
Grantees funded
78
Multi-year grantees
35%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$7K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Linda Theis
Board Member
B
Becky Smith
Board Member
S
Sara Radjenovic
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC?
No. PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC give?
PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Iowa. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $1.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include Family Tree Inc, Fairview Health Services, and CHILDREN'S HEALTH CARE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC?
PHILANTHROFUND FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.