The Stenson Family Foundation
Historical FunderRochester, Minnesota · EIN 20-1954452 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $12,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MARK STENSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 2158 GRANITE CIRCLE, ROCHESTER MN 55901 |
| Phone | 5075301166 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OF REQUEST EXPLAINING PURPOSE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Harbor | Marshall, MN | Charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Recovery Is Happening | Rochester, MN | Charitable purpose | $22,500 |
| Family Promise | Rochester, MN | Charitable purpose | $12,500 |
| Crosswinds | Oronoco, MN | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Marshall Food 4 Kids | Marshall, MN | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Pride in the Tiger | Marshall, MN | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Dance Lab | Rochester, MN | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Riverstone Services | Rochester, MN | Charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Play Inc | Cambridge, MN | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Skills USA | Cambridge, MN | Charitable purpose | $800 |
The return also lists 7 grants to individuals ($21,881). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $108,181 | 17 |
| 2024 | $103,116 | 19 |
| 2023 | $91,624 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600899349100720
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1954452
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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