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Foothills Foundation is a private corporation based in NORTH OAKS, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2012. The principal officer is Kara L Johnson. It holds total assets of $1.1M. Annual income is reported at $332K. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. 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 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, Foothills Foundation has made 64 grants totaling $204K, with a median grant of $2K. The foundation has distributed between $45K and $106K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $106K distributed across 32 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $10K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 24 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Florida, Tennessee, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$200
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$8K
Based on 16 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.
Foothills Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 64 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, FL, TN.
Foothills Foundation has distributed a total of $204K across 64 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $10K.
Foothills Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Foothills Foundation is headquartered in NORTH OAKS, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael A Johnson | VP, SEC, TREAS, DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kara L Johnson | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Tressa L Johnson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$65K
Total Assets
$1M
Fair Market Value
$1M
Net Worth
$1M
Grants Paid
$53K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$25K
Distribution Amount
$50K
Total: $791K
Total Grants
64
Total Giving
$204K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
24
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation ArmyPROVIDES BASIC NEESD, ASSISTANCE, HOUSING, YOUTH SERVICES, REHAB, DISASTER RELIEF TO PEOPLE IN NEED IN MINNESOTA AND NORTH DAKOTA | Roseville, MN | $8K | 2023 |
| The LinkOVERCOME THE IMPACTS OF POVERTY AND SOCIAL INJUSTICE. | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Hope AcademySUPPORT THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF INNER-CITY YOUTH | Minneapolis, MN | $9K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossDISASTER RELIEF, HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS | Minneapolis, MN | $8K | 2023 |
| Incarnation Lutheran ChurchWORLD HUNGER, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Shoreview, MN | $7K | 2023 |
| Second Harvest HeartlandPROVIDE A SUSTAINABLE SUPPORT SYSTEM THAT PROVIDES ACCESS TO FOOD, HELPING HUNGRY NEIGHBORS FIND THEIR NEXT MEAL, SO THEY CAN STRIVE AT WORK, IN THE CLASSROOM AND IN THEIR COMMUNITIES | St Paul, MN | $6K | 2023 |
| Lutheran Social ServiceHELP SUPPORT LIFEHAVEN WHICH IS A FAMILY STYLE HOME THAT PROVIDES HOUSING AND SUPPORT TO 16 AND 17 YEAR OLD MOTHERS AND THEIR CHILDREN WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS. | St Paul, MN | $4K | 2023 |
| Solid GroundPROVIDE RESOURCES TO HOMELESS FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN. | White Bear Lake, MN | $3K | 2023 |
| Thrivent CharitableGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES. | Minneapolis, MN | $2K | 2023 |
| Lakeshore Players TheaterPROVIDE ENTERTAINMENT, EDUCATION AND ENRICHMENT THROUGH PERFORMANCING ARTS. | White Bear Lake, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Ralph Reeder Food ShelfPROVIDE FOOD TO FAMILIES/INDIVIDUALS LIVING IN THE MOUNDS VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT THAT ARE IN NEED. | New Brighton, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| St Jude Children'S Research HospitalGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES. | Memphis, TN | $1K | 2023 |
| Wounded Warrior ProjectPROVIDING SUPPORT TO VETERANS. | Jacksonville, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Toys For TotsPROVIDE TOYS FOR NEEDY CHILDREN. | Minneapolis, MN | $516 | 2023 |
| Alpha Gamma DeltaGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES. | Indianapolis, IN | $514 | 2023 |
| Parenting With A PurposeTHROUGH MENTORING, EDUCATION, AND SUPPORT TO HELP BRING HEALING, RESTORATION AND LIBERTY TO FAMILIES AFFECTED BY INCARCERATION | Brooklyn Park, MN | $415 | 2023 |
| Feed My Starving ChildrenWORLD HUNGER | Coon Rapids, MN | $5K | 2022 |
| Lifehaven And Homeless YouthASSIST TEENAGE MOTHERS AND THEIR CHILDREN WITH HOMELESSNESS. | St Paul, MN | $1K | 2022 |
| Young Life MinneapolisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES. | Roseville, MN | $500 | 2022 |