Ess Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyLoretto, Minnesota · EIN 41-1975420 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$8,100
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$251K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $1,500.
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
50% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph Catholic Church and School | Waconia, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Church | Mound, MN | Operating | $1,500 |
| Our Lady of Light | Fort Myers, FL | Operating | $1,500 |
| American Cornerstone Institute | Washington, DC | Operating | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,100 | 4 |
| 2023 | $25,600 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202521289349102927
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1975420
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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