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University of St Thomas

University of St Thomas

St. Paul, MN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
41-0693970
School
Regional Funder
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University of St Thomas

St. Paul, MN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
41-0693970
School
Regional Funder

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Est.

1894

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The University of St. Thomas operates as a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2020, the foundation awarded a total of $36.5K to 25 grantees. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.
Total Funding Given

$36.5K

2020
Grantees funded
25
Multi-year grantees
32%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

3

Median 1st year grant
$8K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.3K
R
Robert Vischer
Board Member
M
Mark Vangsgard
Board Member
F
Father Dennis Dease
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to University of St Thomas?
No. University of St Thomas does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does University of St Thomas give?
University of St Thomas primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota and California. 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 University of St Thomas’s grants?
The largest share of grants from University of St Thomas fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $8,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does University of St Thomas make each year?
In 2020, University of St Thomas awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $37 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did University of St Thomas fund recently?
In 2024, University of St Thomas awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include CENTER FOR ETHICAL ORGANIZATIONS, CHURCH OF THE SACRE3D HEART OF OWATONNA MINNESOTA, and FRIENDS OF EAST AFRICA FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to University of St Thomas?
University of St Thomas does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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