The Paul and Dawn Sjolund Foundation
Invitation OnlySaint Paul, Minnesota · EIN 41-6421780 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$192K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$22K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
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
66% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontiers | Phoenix, AZ | Ministry | $56,000 |
| Grace Fellowship | Brooklyn Park, MN | Church | $50,000 |
| Partner's Worldwide | Grand Rapids, MI | Ministry | $20,000 |
| First Love International | Loves Park, IL | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Global Media Outreach | Dallas, TX | Ministry | $10,000 |
| New Path | Minneapolis, MN | Counseling | $10,000 |
| The Timothy Initiative | Raleigh, NC | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Minnestota Family Institute | Minneapolis, MN | Supporting families | $8,000 |
| Converge Worldwide | Arlington Heights, IL | Church | $5,400 |
| North City Church | Minneapolis, MN | Ministry | $2,500 |
| Alliance Defense Fund | Scottsdale, AZ | Ministry | $2,000 |
| Family Research Council | Holland, MI | Ministry | $2,000 |
| Jesus Film Project | Orlando, FL | Ministry | $2,000 |
| New Life Family Services | Minneapolis, MN | Supporting families | $2,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Bartlesville, OK | Ministry | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $191,900 | 15 |
| 2024 | $228,900 | 18 |
| 2023 | $174,400 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621279349101852
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-6421780
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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