Michael V and Ann C Ciresi Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-1926735 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$700K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$3.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $270,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Academy | Mendota Heights, MN | Educational | $275,000 |
| University of St Thomas | St Paul, MN | Educational | $270,000 |
| The Basilica of Saint Mary | Minneapolis, MN | Religious | $100,000 |
| Abbott Northwestern Hosp Fdn | Minneapolis, MN | Medical | $25,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | Minneapolis, MN | Educational | $25,000 |
| Fund for Legal Aid | Minneapolis, MN | Legal | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $700,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $851,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503219349103755
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1926735
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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