River Road Foundation
Historical FunderEagan, Minnesota · EIN 41-2008605 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $35,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CHARITABLE SERVICES GROUP |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 NICOLLET MALL STE 800, MINNEAPOLIS MN 55402 |
| Phone | 6123032847 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED IN LETTER FORM OUTLINING THE REQUEST TOGETHER WITH SUCH SUPPORTING MATERIALS AS THE APPLICANT DESIRES. |
| Deadlines | NOVEMBER 1ST |
| Restrictions | FDN PRIMARILY MAKES GRANTS TO EDUACATIONAL, CULTURAL, YOUTH, ENVIRONME NTAL, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT ORGS IN MN. NO GRANTS ARE MADE TO INDIVIDUALS OR ORGS REQUIRING EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY. |
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
34% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul Academy and Summit School | Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $145,000 |
| Colgate University | Hamilton, NY | General operating | $50,000 |
| Hallie Q Brown Community Center | St Paul, MN | General operating | $50,000 |
| Migizi Communications Inc | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $50,000 |
| Neighborhood House | Portland, OR | General operating | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Mississippi River | Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $35,000 |
| The Family Partnership | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $30,000 |
| American Camper Association | Pine River, MN | General operating | $10,001 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Arts | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Mn Nd and Sd | St Paul, MN | General operating | $10,000 |
| Textile Center | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $10,000 |
| Walker Art Center | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Atlanta, GA | General operating | $10,000 |
| Jdrf | Charlotte, NC | General operating | $5,000 |
| St Paul Parks Conservancy | Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
| Sankaty Head Foundation | Siasconset, MA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Cable Natural History Museum | Cable, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Lake Owen Association | Cable, WI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Park Square Theater | St Paul, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
| Springboard for the Arts | Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
| Somerset Scholarship Fund | Mendota Heights, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Historical Association | Nantucket, MA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Parks and Trails St Paul | Saint Paul, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $520,001 | 23 |
| 2024 | $530,001 | 24 |
| 2023 | $549,501 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349102801
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-2008605
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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