Torgerson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyWayzata, Minnesota · EIN 46-1001245 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$994K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$36,000
Total assets$11.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
22% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners | Plymouth, MN | General operating support | $185,000 |
| Norway House | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $130,000 |
| Northside Achievements Zone | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $124,200 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $100,000 |
| University of Iowa Foundation | Iowa City, IA | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Kite Foundation | Prairie Village, KS | General operating support | $80,000 |
| Heros and Horses | Manhattan, MT | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Beacon Interfaith Housing | St Paul, MN | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation | Missoula, MT | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Wayzata Community Church | Wayzata, MN | General operating support | $36,000 |
| Boulder Options | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Saint John's School of Theology | Collegeville, MN | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Henning Rod and Gun Club | Henning, MN | General operating support | $10,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Park Nicollet Foundation | Saint Louis Park, MN | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Rakhma Peace Home | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army Northern Division | Roseville, MN | General operating support | $2,590 |
| Pease Community Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General operating support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $993,790 | 18 |
| 2023 | $1,009,400 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349102068
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1001245
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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