The Tika Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilmington, Delaware · EIN 46-4088700 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$196K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$4.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Foundation for AIDS Research | New York, NY | The amFAR Institute for HIV Cure Research | $80,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | Saint Paul, MN | For unrestricted/general operating support for a challenge gift to inspire matching gifts during one or more pledge drives | $30,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Minnesota North Dakota South Da | Saint Paul, MN | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | Minneapolis, MN | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | Saint Paul, MN | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Brooklyn Park, MN | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Arts Midwest | Minneapolis, MN | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of St Thomas | St Paul, MN | The Dougherty Family College Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Omaha, NE | The Verus Fund | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $196,500 | 9 |
| 2024 | $189,490 | 12 |
| 2023 | $190,366 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642119349101604
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4088700
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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