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Avocet Foundation is a private corporation based in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Randall J Sukovich. It holds total assets of $5.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.7M. Total assets have grown from $3.6M in 2011 to $5.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, Avocet Foundation has made 48 grants totaling $856K, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $261K in 2020 to $595K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $76K, with an average award of $18K. The foundation has supported 20 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Maryland, which account for 94% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$19K
Largest Grant
$76K
Based on 14 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Avocet Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 48 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, WI, MD.
Avocet Foundation has distributed a total of $856K across 48 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $18K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $76K.
Avocet Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Avocet Foundation is headquartered in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joanne Kletscher | CEO, SECRETARY, CFO | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1.8M
Total Assets
$5.1M
Fair Market Value
$6.4M
Net Worth
$5.1M
Grants Paid
$307K
Contributions
$238K
Net Investment Income
$73K
Distribution Amount
$299K
Total: N/A
Total Grants
48
Total Giving
$856K
Average Grant
$18K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
20
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Croix Valley FoundationPROMOTE ASSISTANCE IN VALLEYADVANCE QUALITY OF LIFE IN ST. CROIX VALLEY | Hudson, WI | $75K | 2022 |
| Global Rights For WomenPROMOTING WOMEN'S HUMAN RIGHTS INTERNATIONALLY | Minneapolis, MN | $30K | 2022 |
| Youth Frontiers IncCHANGE WAY KIDS TREAT EACH OTHER IN SCHOOL | Minneapolis, MN | $28K | 2022 |
| MicrograntsTO SPUR ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY BY GIVING STRATEGIC GRANTS TO LOW-INCOME PEOPLE OF POTENTIAL THROUGH PARTNER AGENCIES | Minneapolis, MN | $23K | 2022 |
| Fairvote Minnesota FoundationPROMOTING BETTER DEMOCRACY THROUGH IMPROVING THEVOTING SYSTEM. WE PROVIDE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION ABOUT THEEFFECTS OUR VOTING SYSTEM HAS ON THE QUALITY OF DEMOCRACY ANDADVOCATE FOR RANKED CHOICE VOTING OR OTHER SYSTEMS THAT PROMOTEGREATER COMPETITION, PARTICIPATION, MAJORITY RULE, AND PROPORTIONALREPRESENTATION. | St Paul, MN | $20K | 2022 |
| New Venture FundTO HELP BUILD A JUST, EQUITABLE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURE | Baltimore, MD | $20K | 2022 |
| Voyageur Outward BoundEDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION SPECIALIZING IN YOUTH LEADERSHIP AND EXPERIENTIAL EDCUATION, CHANGE LIVES THROUGH CHALLENGE AND DISCOVERY | St Paul, MN | $15K | 2022 |
| American Red CrossBRING SHELTER, FOOD AND COMFORT TO THOSE AFFECTED BY DISASTERS | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Great Plains InstituteBETTER ENERGY POLICY | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Planned ParenthoodTO ENSURE ALL PEOPLE HAVE ACCESS TO THE CARE AND RESOURCES THEY NEED TO MAKE INFROMED DECISIONS ABOUT THEIR BODIES, THEIR LIVES AND THEIR FUTURES | St Paul, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| St Croix Valley Habitat For HumanityTO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL PEOPLE TO LIVE IN DECENT,DURABLE SHELTER. | Hudson, WI | $10K | 2022 |
| Constellation FundFIGHT POVERTY IN THE TWIN CITIES | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Maren FundDEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLE CENTERS AND SERVICES | Kirkwood, MO | $9K | 2022 |
| Apple Tree DentalIMPROVES ORAL HEALTH OF PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL DENTAL ACCESS NEEDS | Minneapolis, MN | $9K | 2022 |
| Breakthrough Twin CitiesBREAKTHROUGH TWIN CITIES PREPARED UNDER-RESOURCED STUDENTS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS AND CULTIVATES THE NEXT GENERATION OF EDUCATORS | St Paul, MN | $8K | 2022 |
| Belwin ConservancyPROTECT THE ST. CROIX VALLEY THROUGH LAND PRESERVATION | Minneapolis, MN | $6K | 2022 |
| Wilderness InquiryTO CONNECT EVERYONE TO GREAT PLACES THROUGH ACTIVITIES SUCH AS SEA KAYAKING, CANOEING, RAFTING, HIKING, SAFARIS, DOGSLEDDING, OPERATING IN A MANNER THAT FACILITATES FULL PARTICIPATION BY EVERYONE, INCLUDING PEOPLE OF ALL AGES, BACKGROUND, AND ABILITIES | Minneapolis, MN | $5K | 2022 |
| Fred Wells Tennis & EducationTENNIS YOUTH | St Paul, MN | $25K | 2020 |
| Lake Street CouncilHUMANITARIAN | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2020 |
| Lutheran Social ServicesCONNECTING PEOPLE WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO LIVE AND WORK WITH DIGNITY, SAFETY AND HOPE | St Paul, MN | $5K | 2020 |