Ecolab Foundation (A/K/A Ecolab Industry Foundation)
Historical FunderSt Paul, Minnesota · EIN 41-1372157 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $7,905,054.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | LISA MALONEY-VINZ |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 ECOLAB PLACE, ST PAUL MN 55102 |
| Phone | 6512502923 |
| Form and materials | HTTPS://WWW.ECOLAB.COM/CORPORATE-RESPONSIBILITY/CULTURE-AND-COMMUNITY/COMMUN ITY-IMPACT |
| Deadlines | AUGUST 25 OR DECEMBER 1, 2025 |
| Restrictions | TO QUALIFY FOR A COMMUNITY GRANT FROM THE ECOLAB FOUNDATION, A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION MUST FALL WITHIN ONE OF OUR FOUR STRATEGIC AREAS AND DELIVER SERVICES IN THE ST. PAUL, MN AREA. OR IN ONE OF ECOLAB U.S. REGIONAL COMMUNITIES WITH A LARGE ECOLAB OPERATION. THE FOUR FOCUS AREAS OF GIVING ARE: YOUTH AND EDUCATION CIVIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION ARTS & CULTURE CONTRIBUTIONS WILL NOT BE MADE TO OR IN SUPPORT OF: INDIVIDUALS SECTARIAN/DENOMINATIONAL RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS, EXCEPT WHERE FUNDS ARE TO BE USED IN DIRECT INTEREST OF THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY; LOANS OR INVESTMENTS POLITICAL/LOBBYING ORGANIZATIONS INDUSTRY, TRADE OR PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS DISEASE-SPECIFIC RELATED ORGANIZATIONS SPORTS/ATHLETIC PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES FUNDRAISING EVENTS/SPONSORSHIP PRIVATE NON-OPERATING FOUNDATIONS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackbaud Giving Fund | Charleston, SC | General support | $7,905,054 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General support | $533,335 |
| Thomas Irvine Dodge Foundation | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $50,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonbound Communities | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $160,000 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $150,000 |
| Bonneville Environmental Feoundaion | Portland, OR | General support | $145,150 |
| Sanneh Foundation | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $100,000 |
| Collegebound | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $80,000 |
| Dodge Nature Center | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $75,000 |
| Saint Paul Public Library | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $50,000 |
| Monttessori Center of Minnesota | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $50,000 |
| Equal Justice Works | Washington, DC | General support | $41,500 |
| Bridging | Bloomington, MN | General support | $37,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,488,389 | 13 |
| 2023 | $7,479,978 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512539349100701
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1372157
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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