Squam Lake Foundation
Invitation OnlyGolden Valley, Minnesota · EIN 36-3492677 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$400K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$2.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $18,000 and $30,000.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN | Medical education, research, patient care | $150,000 |
| Macphail Center for Music | Minneapolis, MN | Chamber music education, training, performance | $37,000 |
| Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners | Plymouth, MN | Community outreach-food shelf, housing, employment | $30,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach/food shelf | $30,000 |
| The Basilica of St Maryst Vincent de Paul Ministry | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach- serving people in need | $25,000 |
| Agate Housing | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach - housing stability, street outreach, shelter & housing | $20,000 |
| Banyan Community | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach - youth, family, community | $20,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Brooklyn Park, MN | Community outreach/food shelf | $20,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities | St Paul, MN | Community outreach - food, shelter, clothing, healthcare | $20,000 |
| Simpson Housing Services Inc | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach - overnight shelter, stable/supportive housing, children & youth programs | $18,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach - general opperational support | $15,000 |
| Tubman | Minneapolis, MN | Community outreach - general opperational support | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $400,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $300,000 | 12 |
| 2022 | $299,500 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600719349101205
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3492677
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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