Rose Francis Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 26-3074723 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$241K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
21% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest Heartland | Brooklyn Park, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Way to Grow | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Ready Set Smile | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $35,000 |
| Constellation Fund | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Walker Arts Center | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| Alliance Housing | Beaverton, OR | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Banyan Community | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Emerge Community Development | Houston, TX | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Hospitality House Youth Development | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Inspire Msp | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Aclu Foundation Inc | New York, NY | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Project Success | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Youth Link Food Shelf | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Minneapolis College of Art and Design | Minneapolis, MN | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $241,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $202,286 | 15 |
| 2023 | $184,620 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640909349100414
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3074723
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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