Smikis Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-1742700 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$802K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$18M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belwin | Afton, MN | In minnesota inspire connection to natural world | $200,000 |
| Great Mn Schools (Mn Comeback) | Minneapolis, MN | Committed to improving education, especially for low-income children and children of color | $100,000 |
| Constellation Fund | Minneapolis, MN | To fight poverty in the twin cities by raising the living standards of individuals and families living below the poverty line in our… | $100,000 |
| Agate Housing and Services | Minneapolis, MN | To make possible for indivudals and families to create homes for themselves, regardless of income | $70,000 |
| People Incoporated | Eagan, MN | Improves the quality of life for individuals and families experiencing barriers to mental health and wellness | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | St Paul, MN | Using law, science, and research to protect minnesota's environment, its natural resources and the health of its peoplen. | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Land Trust | St Paul, MN | Protect open space in minnesota | $45,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | St Paul, MN | Land conservation program | $30,000 |
| Twin Cities Rise | Minneapolis, MN | Provide employers in twin cities metro with trained men from communities of color | $30,000 |
| College Possible | St Paul, MN | To empower students from under invested communities to achieve their goal of earning a college degree | $25,000 |
| Ed Allies (Fka Minncan) | Minneapolis, MN | To ensure that every young minnesotan has access to a rigorous and engaging education | $25,000 |
| Project Success | Minneapolis, MN | To motivate and inspire young people to dream about the future, help them take steps to get there and give them the tools they need to… | $25,000 |
| Summit Academy | Minneapolis, MN | Education and vocational training economically depressed neighborhoods | $15,000 |
| Center for Victims of Torture | St Paul, MN | To forge new ways to advance human rights and build a future free from torture | $15,000 |
| Global Rights for Women | Minneapolis, MN | Dedicated to promoting women's human rights internationally | $10,000 |
| Audubon Minnesota | Woodbury, MN | Conservation | $7,500 |
| Aces | Minneapolis, MN | Improve public education | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $802,500 | 17 |
| 2023 | $850,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 9, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522529349100217
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1742700
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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