The Martinson Foundation
Historical FunderAppleton, Minnesota · EIN 41-1454653 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,400.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2023):
| Contact | JAMES MASSEE |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O FARMERS MERCHANTS STATE BANK, 239 NORTH MILES, APPLETON MN 56208 |
| Phone | 3202891454 |
| Form and materials | N/A |
| 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
0% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve Appleton's Heritage | Appleton, MN | General | $10,400 |
| Lac Qui Parle Valley Schools | Madison, MN | General | $9,500 |
| City of Appleton | Appleton, MN | General | $7,400 |
| Appleton Area Health Services | Appleton, MN | General | $6,433 |
| Appletonmilan Elementary | Appleton, MN | General | $5,400 |
| Toys for Tots | Appleton, MN | General | $3,000 |
| Appleton Public Library | Appleton, MN | General | $2,800 |
| Appleton '52 Wing Committee | Appleton, MN | General | $2,000 |
| Dollars for Scholars | Madison, MN | General | $2,000 |
| Prairie Playhouse | Appleton, MN | General | $2,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | Appleton, MN | General | $1,500 |
| American Legion Post 72 | Appleton, MN | General | $1,500 |
| Appleton Chamber of Commerce | Appleton, MN | General | $1,000 |
| Home 2 Home | Appleton, MN | General | $1,000 |
| First Congretional Church | Appleton, MN | General | $560 |
| Food for Our Learning Youth | Appleton, MN | General | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $56,993 | 16 |
| 2022 | $59,529 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Mar 16, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202500759349100100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1454653
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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