David and Janis Larson Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-1957525 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$8.4M
Organizations funded45
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$207.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $230,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
31% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sanneh Foundation | St Paul, MN | General charitable purposes | $1,301,500 |
| Kansas University Endowment Association | Lawrence, KS | Larsons scholars fund | $1,051,000 |
| University of Minnesota Athletics | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $600,000 |
| Redwood Area Library Foundation | Redwood Falls, MN | Children's wing addition | $500,000 |
| Central Square Cultural and Civic Center | Glenwood, MN | General charitable purposes | $350,000 |
| Kansas University Endowment Association | Lawrence, KS | Ku leads fund | $350,000 |
| YMCA of the North | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $300,000 |
| St Croix Valley Foundation | Hudson, WI | Capistrant parkinsons fund | $300,000 |
| Pinky Swear Foundation | Edina, MN | General charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Pope County Historical Society | Glenwood, MN | General charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Kansas University Endowment Association | Lawrence, KS | Jayhawk achievement fund | $250,000 |
| Voyageur Outward Bound School | St Paul, MN | General charitable purposes | $230,000 |
| Redwood Historical Society | Redwood Falls, MN | General charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| The Pinky Swear Foundation Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | General charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| Adult & Teen Challenge | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Big Brothers and Big Sisters | St Paul, MN | College and career readiness progra, | $150,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of America | St Paul, MN | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Camp Fire Minnesota | Excelsior, MN | Youth in nature & leadership program | $125,000 |
| Aahs Deca Foundation | Alexandria, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| College Possible Twin Cities | St Paul, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Folds of Honor of Minnesota | Wayzata, MN | Education scholarships for veterans | $100,000 |
| Guthrie Theater Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Just Like You Films | Prairie Village, KS | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans | St Paul, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | Larson leadership development | $100,000 |
| Dav of Minnesota Foundation | St Paul, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Minnesota Military Family Foundation | Golden Valley, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Children's Cancer Research Fund | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Every Third Saturday | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| The Grief Club of Minnesota | Chanhassen, MN | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Minnesota State Univerisity Foundation | Mankato, MN | Hockey program health and nutrition | $75,000 |
| Food for Hungry Minds | Minneapolis, MN | General charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Kids in Need | Little Canada, MN | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Capable Partners | Golden Valley, MN | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| The Abnormal Society | Kansas City, MO | $25,000 | |
| Next Steps Kansas City | Leawood, KS | Spinal cord injuries and rehabilitation | $25,000 |
| Rockhurst High School | Kansas City, MO | Mental health awareness | $20,000 |
| St Ann's Catholic School | Hamel, MN | Mental health | $20,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | Edina, MN | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Full Throttle Foundation Kc | Overland Park, KS | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| St Teresa's Academy | Kansas City, MO | $15,000 | |
| Ymam San Diego | Chula Vista, CA | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Iglesia Del Dios Vivo Coumbia Y Apoyo de LA Verdad | Denver, CO | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Prep - Inner City Accelerated School | Kansas City, MO | General charitable purposes | $7,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,390,000 | 45 |
| 2023 | $8,000,000 | 36 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513169349100826
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1957525
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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