The Luther Family Foundation
Historical FunderSt Louis Park, Minnesota · EIN 41-1798367 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE LUTHER FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 3701 ALABAMA AVENUE SOUTH, ST LOUIS PARK MN 55416 |
| Phone | 9522588800 |
| Form and materials | REQUESTS FOR CONTRIBUTIONS SHOULD CONTAIN A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLICANT AND PROPOSED USE OF THE FUNDS. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
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
10% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN | General | $250,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Minneapolis, MN | General | $150,000 |
| Minneapolis United Soccer for the City | Minneapolis, MN | General | $65,000 |
| Hudson Hockey Association | Hudson, WI | General | $60,000 |
| Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge | Minneapolis, MN | General | $50,000 |
| Metro Hope Ministries | Minneapolis, MN | General | $40,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Coon Rapids, MN | General | $30,000 |
| The Food Group Minnesota Inc | New Hope, MN | General | $25,000 |
| The Graham Rahal Foundation | Zionsville, IN | General | $23,588 |
| Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota | St Paul, MN | General | $20,000 |
| Guild Inc | St Paul, MN | General | $20,000 |
| Globeserve International | Scottsdale, AZ | General | $15,000 |
| Church of the Annunciation | Minneapolis, MN | To support septemberfest | $15,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | St Paul, MN | General | $15,000 |
| The Lift Garage | Minneapolis, MN | General | $15,000 |
| Jeremiah Program | Minneapolis, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Avenues for Youth | Minneapolis, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Magnus Veterans Foundation | Dayton, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Pacer Center | Minneapolis, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Tee It Up for the Troops | Burnsville, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Minnesota 100 Club | Anoka, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Newgate School | Minneapolis, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Cookie Cart | Minneapolis, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Coated in Love | Plymouth, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Community Emergency Assistance Programs Inc | Brooklyn Center, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Open Arms of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | General | $10,000 |
| Common Hope | St Paul, MN | General | $9,240 |
| Minnesota Section Pga Foundation | Coon Rapids, MN | General | $7,000 |
| Waukesha County Community Foundation | Waukesha, WI | General | $6,600 |
| Cornerstone Advocates | Bloomington, MN | General | $5,500 |
| Minneapolis Recreational Development | Edina, MN | General | $5,065 |
| Northside Boxing Club | Plymouth, MN | General | $5,000 |
| Building Without Borders | Plymouth, MN | General | $5,000 |
| Women's Advocates Inc | St Paul, MN | General | $5,000 |
| Fishing for Life | Minneapolis, MN | General | $5,000 |
| YWCA of Minneapolis | Minneapolis, MN | General | $5,000 |
| Bridging Inc | Bloomington, MN | General | $4,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $965,993 | 37 |
| 2024 | $858,325 | 26 |
| 2023 | $1,041,040 | 33 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622589349100832
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1798367
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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