Rukavina Family Foundation
Historical FunderWinona, Minnesota · EIN 41-1862734 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | WNB FINANCIAL - TRUST DEPARTMENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 204 MAIN STREET PO BOX 499, WINONA MN 55987 |
| Phone | 5074545500 |
| CHRISTOPHERR@WNBFINANCIAL.COM | |
| Form and materials | AMOUNT REQUESTED AND PURPOSE |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | EDUCATIONAL, CIVIC, OR RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES |
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
11% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charitities Twin Cities | Minneapolis, MN | Shelter and support services | $30,000 |
| Natopiwo Partners | Decorah, IA | General support | $30,000 |
| Abria Pregnancy Resources | St Paul, MN | Staff education | $20,000 |
| Open Arms of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | Low income meals | $20,000 |
| Milkweed Editions | Minneapolis, MN | Seedbank series | $20,000 |
| Operation Bootstrap - Africa | Minneapolis, MN | Emergency medical services | $20,000 |
| St Mary's Immaculate Conception Parish | Minneapolis, MN | Church renovation project | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southern Mn | Winona, MN | Refugee resettlement program | $15,000 |
| St Mary's Health Clinics | St Paul, MN | Short-Term virtual clinic expansion | $15,000 |
| Philomena House Maternity Home | St Paul, MN | Community dinner program | $10,000 |
| Together for Good | Rochester, MN | Volunteer crm program fees | $10,000 |
| Upton Program | Minneapolis, MN | Financial litreracy | $10,000 |
| Catholic Studies | St Paul, MN | Mission and culture fellows in catholic education | $10,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Arlington, VA | Camp needlepoint hudson, wi | $5,000 |
| Brotherhood of Hope | Minneapolis, MN | U of m catholic students united | $5,000 |
| The Retreat | Wayzata, MN | Women's scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Surrender | Rosemount, MN | General support | $5,000 |
| Guiding Star Wakota | West St Paul, MN | Baby bottle fundraising | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $251,000 | 18 |
| 2024 | $235,000 | 20 |
| 2023 | $213,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631389349100808
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1862734
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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