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Bcbsm Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in SAINT PAUL, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1988. It holds total assets of $79M. Annual income is reported at $79.7M. Funds were used for evaluation of a protfolio of grantees working on health equity projects funded by the Foundation. Grantee work in this focus area is amined at advancing community strategies that improve opportunities for people to reach their full health potential. According to available records, Bcbsm Foundation Inc. has made 249 grants totaling $15.9M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has grown from $6.2M in 2020 to $9.7M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $337K, with an average award of $64K. The foundation has supported 89 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Minnesota and Virginia and District of Columbia. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Funds were used for evaluation of a protfolio of grantees working on health equity projects funded by the Foundation. Grantee work in this focus area is amined at advancing community strategies that improve opportunities for people to reach their full health potential
Expenses: $70K
Funds supported evaluation for the Foundation's quality early education and care program that helps licensed faimly childcare providers improve the qual,ity of care provided to Minnesota children, giving them the best chance for a healthy future.
Expenses: $110K
The Foundation contracted for strategic advising around its charitable investments in early childhood education and development including planning and facilitating the Learn Together MN meetings and consultation and support on program planning.
Expenses: $15K
The Foundation engaged wiht a communications consultant to develop a plan for communicating the findings of grant funded research on Minnesotan's lacking health insurance to key audiences. Funds used for evaluation of a portfolio of grantee efforts to conduct outreach and enrollment of people into Medicaid and Minnesota Care.
Expenses: $72K
Funds were used for evaluation of a protfolio of grantees working on health equity projects funded by the Foundation. Grantee work in this focus area is amined at advancing community strategies that improve opportunities for people to reach their full health potential. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 249 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, VA, DC.
Bcbsm Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $15.9M across 249 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $64K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $337K.
The application deadline is Inquiries are accepted throughout the year and applicants are given a proposal due date at the time. We typically do not provide funding for programs outside Minnesota. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Bcbsm Foundation Inc. is headquartered in SAINT PAUL, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolyn Link | PRESIDENT | $391K | $75K | $466K |
| Emily Piper | DIRECTOR | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Nancy Vyskocil | VICE CHAIR | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Rachel Hardeman | DIRECTOR | $500 | $0 | $500 |
| Kristine Rhodes | DIRECTOR | $500 | $0 | $500 |
Total Giving
$6.9M
Total Assets
$77.1M
Fair Market Value
$77.1M
Net Worth
$75.9M
Grants Paid
$4.8M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$4.6M
Distribution Amount
$3.7M
Total: $67.6M
Total Grants
249
Total Giving
$15.9M
Average Grant
$64K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
89
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildflower FoundationWildflower Equity Initiative | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Casa De EsperanzaNurturing Whole, Healthy, and Thriving Latin Families and Communities | Saint Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Generations Health Care InitiativesInsure Duluth Coalition Partner, YMCA | Duluth, MN | $50K | 2022 |
| Frontstream2021 Community Giving Campaign | Reston, VA | $337K | 2022 |
| Dana Erickson |
| DIRECTOR |
| $0 |
| $0 |
| $0 |
| Ann Howes | ASST SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Nash Shaikh | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Bukata Hayes | BOARD CHAIR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Sand | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mark Steffen Md | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| May Vang | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mid-Minnesota Legal AssistanceNavigator Coalition |
| Minneapolis, MN |
| $150K |
| 2022 |
| Immigrant Law Center Of MinnesotaNew Beginnings - Legal Assistance to Young Undocumented Immigrants | St Paul, MN | $130K | 2022 |
| Portico HealthnetOutreach, Application and Enrollment Assistance for low-income individuals and families | St Paul, MN | $120K | 2022 |
| All Nations RiseFirst Children First Nations Child Care Collaborative | Ogema, MN | $120K | 2022 |
| United Community Action Partnership (Ucap)Health and Equity in Child Care | Willmar, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| African Economic Development SolutionsAfrican Minnesotan Early Childhood Provider Initiative | St Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Centro De Trabajadores Unidos En LuchaDeveloping Worker Leadership to Advance Health Equity and Economic Justice | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Ywca Of MinneapolisYWCA Holistic, High-Quality ECE Programming for Marginalized Communities | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Children'S Defense Fund-MinnesotaBuilding Power and Raising Voices for MN Families | St Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Coalition Of Asian American LeadersSafe and Welcoming Communities | St Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Fond Du Lac Tribal CollegeEngaging Families in Grandmas House | Cloquet, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Voices For Racial JusticeEarly Childhood Parent Fellowship | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Hope Community IncEngaging Community and Building Assets for Healing, Safety, and Sanctuary | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| La Red Latina De Educacion TempranaLa Red Latina de Educacion Temprana | Richfield, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership IncNew American Child Care Program | Moorhead, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Liberty Community Church PcusaNorthside Healing Space Healthy Connections | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| St Paul Youth Services IncYouthPowerMN | Saint Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northland FoundationQuality Early Care and Education Improvement Initiative | Duluth, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northpoint Health & Wellness IncAccess to Coverage | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northside Achievement ZoneNAZ Early Childhood Education Programs | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northwest Indian Community Development CenterAazhoomon and Increasing Access to Insurance Coverage in Northwest Minnesota | Bemidji, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northwest Minnesota FoundationStep Up - Community of Belonging | Bemidji, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Project FineHealthy Connections Advancing Equity and Addressing Social Determinants of Health | Winona, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Saint Paul 3kSaint Paul All Ready for Kindergarten | Saint Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| United Way Of The Brown County Area IncWELCOMING COMMUNITIES PROJECT Healthy Connections | New Ulm, MN | $92K | 2022 |
| Jewish Community ActionBuilding a Shared Analysis to Combat Antisemitism and Strengthen Movements for Justice | Saint Paul, MN | $90K | 2022 |
| Open Door Health CenterAccess to Coverage | Mankato, MN | $75K | 2022 |
| Reviving The Islamic Sisterhood For EmpowermentMuslim Women Building Social Connectedness | Minneapolis, MN | $75K | 2022 |
| Rainbow Health MinnesotaExpanding Insurance Coverage for LGBTQ and HIV-positive Minnesotans | Saint Paul, MN | $75K | 2022 |
| Mn Zej ZogFinding Me Exploring Hmong Identity Through Culture, Language and History | New Hope, MN | $73K | 2022 |
| Sewa-AifwClosing the Gap Toward Healthy Connections | Minneapolis, MN | $60K | 2022 |
| Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services IncLawyers Advancing Wellness LAW | St Paul, MN | $60K | 2022 |
| Hispanic Outreach Program Of Goodhue CountyContinuation, and geographic expansion, of Hispanic-specific services | Red Wing, MN | $55K | 2022 |
| Hmong American PartnershipOutreach, Application and Enrollment Assistance for Low-Income Families and Individuals | St Paul, MN | $50K | 2022 |
| Nexus Community PartnersCommunity Engagement for Health Equity | Saint Paul, MN | $50K | 2022 |
| Minnesota Council On FoundationsPooled Fund for Equitable Distribution of Federal and State Funds | Minneapolis, MN | $50K | 2022 |
| Native American Community ClinicIncreasing Access to Care within the Urban Native American Community | Minneapolis, MN | $50K | 2022 |
| CluesCLUES Access to Coverage | St Paul, MN | $50K | 2022 |
| Regents Of The University Of MinnesotaDESCRIBING MINNESOTAS UNINSURED AND THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THEY LIVE PHASE 4 - DATA REFRESH, PROMOTION TRAINING | Minneapolis, MN | $40K | 2022 |
| Outfront Minnesota Community ServicesCreating a safe, affirming and equitable Minnesota for LGBTQ youth | Saint Paul, MN | $40K | 2022 |
| African Community Senior Servicesfunding to support the work to create access to insurance coverage in Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | $40K | 2022 |
| Centro Tyrone GuzmanIntergenerational Montessori Microenterprise | Minneapolis, MN | $35K | 2022 |
| West Bank Cdc IncIleys Dariis | Minneapolis, MN | $34K | 2022 |
| Greater Minneapolis Community Connections2022 MN FoodShare March Campaign match | Minneapolis, MN | $33K | 2022 |
| Advocates For Human RightsAfghan Legal Assistance Project | Minneapolis, MN | $30K | 2022 |
| Men And Masculine Folks NetworkIncreasing the social, emotional and leadership capacity of Men and Masculine Folks | Duluth, MN | $27K | 2022 |
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