David Winton Bell Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-6023104 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$371K
Organizations funded23
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$7.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $19,646.
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
30% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belwin Conservancy | Minneapolis, MN | In minnesota inspire connection to natural world | $65,000 |
| Agate Housing and Services | Minneapolis, MN | To help every person and family have a stable place to live, with their basic human needs met | $50,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | St Paul, MN | Land conservation program | $35,000 |
| Great Mn Schools | Minneapolis, MN | Education | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | St Paul, MN | To affirm the human right to reproductive health and freedom; ensure that families and communities have the resources needed to achieve… | $20,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Bismark, ND | Secure the future of waterfowl | $19,646 |
| Minneapolis Green Growth | Minneapolis, MN | To promote environmentally responsible city planning | $15,000 |
| Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | St Paul, MN | To use law and science to protect minnesota's environment, its natural resources, and the health of its people | $15,000 |
| Minnesota Land Trust | St Paul, MN | Protect open space in minnesota | $15,000 |
| People Incorporated | St Paul, MN | Hope and independence for people with mental illness | $15,000 |
| Project Success | Minneapolis, MN | Youth development plan meaningful futures | $15,000 |
| Summit Academy Oic | Minneapolis, MN | Education and vocational training economincally depressed neighborhoods | $15,000 |
| Bozeman High School | Bozeman, MT | To prepare students to be ready for college, career, and life after high school | $10,000 |
| College Possible | St Paul, MN | Giving college capable low income students opportunity to attend college | $10,000 |
| Global Rights for Women | Minneapolis, MN | Promote women's human rights internationally | $10,000 |
| Twin Cities Rise | Minneapolis, MN | Job training program for adults in twin cities area | $10,000 |
| Audubon Minnesota | St Paul, MN | Environmental issues and resources | $7,500 |
| Thrive | Bozeman, MT | Provide support so all children have the opportunity to grow, succeed, and become valuable members of our community | $5,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Bismark, ND | Secure the future of waterfowl | $4,158 |
| Blake School | Hopkins, MN | Provide an academic environment to prepare students for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. | $2,500 |
| Kimberly-Shirk Association | Redlands, CA | To share and preserve the aesthetic experiece of the estate; educate visitors about the events, people, objects and cultural signifcane. | $2,500 |
| Foxcroft School | Middleberg, VA | To help every girl explore her unique voice and to develop the skills, confidence, and courage to share it with the world. | $2,500 |
| Windhourse Equine Learning | Bozeman, MT | To empower youth to discover and realize their full potential through hands-on learning with horses | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $371,304 | 23 |
| 2023 | $368,567 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502549349100805
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-6023104
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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