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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. The foundation is governed by 12 officers and trustees. 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. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. 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.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$52K
Largest Grant
$308K
Based on 119 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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 |
| Kristine Rhodes | DIRECTOR | $500 | $0 | $500 |
| Rachel Hardeman | DIRECTOR | $500 | $0 | $500 |
| May Vang | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nash Shaikh | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mark Steffen Md | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ann Howes | ASST SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dana Erickson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bukata Hayes | BOARD CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paul Sand | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$6.9M
Total Assets
$77.1M
Fair Market Value
$77.1M
Net Worth
$75.9M
Grants Paid
$4.8M
Contributions
N/A
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa De EsperanzaNurturing Whole, Healthy, and Thriving Latin Families and Communities | Saint Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Wildflower FoundationWildflower Equity Initiative | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Frontstream2021 Community Giving Campaign | Reston, VA | $337K | 2022 |
| 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 |
| All Nations RiseFirst Children First Nations Child Care Collaborative | Ogema, MN | $120K | 2022 |
| Portico HealthnetOutreach, Application and Enrollment Assistance for low-income individuals and families | St Paul, MN | $120K | 2022 |
| African Economic Development SolutionsAfrican Minnesotan Early Childhood Provider Initiative | St Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northwest Minnesota FoundationStep Up - Community of Belonging | Bemidji, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northside Achievement ZoneNAZ Early Childhood Education Programs | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northpoint Health & Wellness IncAccess to Coverage | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| United Community Action Partnership (Ucap)Health and Equity in Child Care | Willmar, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Centro De Trabajadores Unidos En LuchaDeveloping Worker Leadership to Advance Health Equity and Economic Justice | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| La Red Latina De Educacion TempranaLa Red Latina de Educacion Temprana | Richfield, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Voices For Racial JusticeEarly Childhood Parent Fellowship | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership IncNew American Child Care Program | Moorhead, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northland FoundationQuality Early Care and Education Improvement Initiative | Duluth, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Ywca Of MinneapolisYWCA Holistic, High-Quality ECE Programming for Marginalized Communities | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Northwest Indian Community Development CenterAazhoomon and Increasing Access to Insurance Coverage in Northwest Minnesota | Bemidji, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Fond Du Lac Tribal CollegeEngaging Families in Grandmas House | Cloquet, 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 |
| Coalition Of Asian American LeadersSafe and Welcoming Communities | St Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Children'S Defense Fund-MinnesotaBuilding Power and Raising Voices for MN Families | St Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Hope Community IncEngaging Community and Building Assets for Healing, Safety, and Sanctuary | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| St Paul Youth Services IncYouthPowerMN | Saint Paul, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Liberty Community Church PcusaNorthside Healing Space Healthy Connections | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |