James F Bell Testamentary Trust for the Benefit of University of Minn
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-6039114 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$301K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $92,300.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
0% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | Benefit of the james ford bell library: mauger archives | $134,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | Acquisitions | $92,300 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | In support of the james ford bell library research fellows fund | $50,000 |
| Associates of the James Ford Bell Library | Minneapolis, MN | General support | $25,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | In support of the james ford bell library research fellows fund | $450,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $301,300 | 5 |
| 2024 | $178,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $516,500 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611809349100806
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-6039114
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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