The Elizabeth C Quinlan Foundation
Invitation OnlyWayzata, Minnesota · EIN 41-0706125 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$300K
Organizations funded42
Typical grant$7,000
Total assets$7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $8,000.
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
2% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $25,000 |
| The Basillica Landmark | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $25,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | Arlington, VA | Operating | $10,000 |
| People Incorporated | Eagan, MN | Program | $10,000 |
| Project for Pride in Living Inc | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $10,000 |
| St David's Center for the Child & Family Development | Minnetonka, MN | Program | $10,000 |
| Guthrie Theater | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Arts | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestral Association | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | St Paul, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| St Paul Chamber Orchestra | St Paul, MN | Program | $8,000 |
| St Mary's Health Clinics | St Paul, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Tubman | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | St Paul, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $8,000 |
| Ascension Catholic Academy | Minneapolis, MN | Education | $7,000 |
| Children's Theatre Company | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $7,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $7,000 |
| Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $7,000 |
| Macphail Center for Music | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $7,000 |
| The Family Partnership | Minneapolis, MN | Program | $7,000 |
| Youth Link | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $7,000 |
| Ampersand Families | St Paul, MN | Operating | $6,000 |
| English Learning Center Our Savior Community Services | Minneapolis, MN | Program | $5,000 |
| Franklin Center | Golden Valley, MN | Program | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts Minnesota & Wisconsin | St Paul, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Guild Incorporated | St Paul, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Hill Museum and Manuscript Library | Collegeville, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Hospitality House Youth Development | Minneapolis, MN | Program | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Children's Museum | St Paul, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Historical Society | St Paul, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Skating Scholarship Fund | Brooklyn Park, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Risen Christ Catholic | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| The Bridge for Youth | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| The Jeremiah Program | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| The Loft Literary Center | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Theater Latte' Da | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $5,000 |
| Assistance League Mplsst Paul | Richfield, MN | Operating | $3,000 |
| Graywolf Press | Minneapolis, MN | Operating | $3,000 |
| Peacemaker Minnesota | Roseville, MN | Program | $3,000 |
| The Redemption Project | St Paul, MN | Operating | $3,000 |
| Charities Review Council | St Paul, MN | Operating | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $300,500 | 42 |
| 2024 | $269,500 | 44 |
| 2023 | $284,500 | 50 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349104196
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-0706125
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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