Kawa Bay Foundation
Historical FunderBrainerd, Minnesota · EIN 26-1253046 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $11,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ALAN STEIFF |
|---|---|
| Address | 11065 LEISURE LANE, BRAINERD MN 56401 |
| Phone | 2187642917 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN APPLICATION PREFERRED, MAILED TO ABOVE ADDRESS. PLEASE CONTACT FOR A COPY OF OUR MISSION STATEMENT. |
| Deadlines | THERE IS NO FIRM DEADLINE FOR DONATION REQUESTS |
| Restrictions | ALL DONATIONS ARE GIVEN ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS |
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
25% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hills Christian College | Bemidji, MN | Ministry center | $13,000 |
| World Gospel Mission | Marion, IN | Various ministries | $11,500 |
| Bethel University | St Paul, MN | Scholarships | $8,500 |
| Making Mom's Successful | Burnsville, MN | Retreat sponsor | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34,500 | 4 |
| 2023 | $30,300 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 25, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523299349100307
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1253046
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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