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James B Linsmayer Foundation Trust is a private trust based in SAINT LOUIS, MO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2011. The principal officer is Alex Bakkum. It holds total assets of $11.4M. Annual income is reported at $5.7M. Total assets have grown from $224K in 2011 to $11.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, James B Linsmayer Foundation Trust has made 198 grants totaling $2.5M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has decreased from $643K in 2020 to $462K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $720K distributed across 57 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $30K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 99 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, California, Pennsylvania, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$12K
Largest Grant
$25K
Based on 52 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.
James B Linsmayer Foundation Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 198 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, CA, PA.
James B Linsmayer Foundation Trust has distributed a total of $2.5M across 198 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $30K.
James B Linsmayer Foundation Trust is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (356791172) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
James B Linsmayer Foundation Trust is headquartered in SAINT LOUIS, MO. While based in MO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo Bank N A | TRUSTEE | $115K | $0 | $115K |
| Sharon Sayles Belton | ADVISOR | $3K | $0 | $3K |
| Thomas M Morin | ADVISOR | $3K | $0 | $3K |
| Sandra Anderson | ADVISOR | $3K | $0 | $3K |
| Ann Hart Wernz | ADVISOR | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Sarah Howard | ADVISOR | $2K | $0 | $2K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$11.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$11.4M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
198
Total Giving
$2.5M
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
99
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin CitiesGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $30K | 2023 |
| Banyan FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Santa Barbara, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| The LinkGENERAL OPERATING | Philadelphia, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Wilderness Inquiry IncGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $25K | 2023 |
| Union Gospel Mission Assoc Of St PaulGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Open Arms Of Minnesota IncGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| TubmanGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Jeremiah ProgramGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Greater Minneapolis Crisis NurseryGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Way To GrowGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| The Cowles CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood MinnesotaGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| Project Success-Students Undertaking CreGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| The Lift GarageGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| Lundstrum Center For The Performing ArtsGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| Resurrection Ascension Catholic AcademyGENERAL OPERATING | Rego Park, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Simpson Housing Services IncGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Page Education FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Crescent CoveGENERAL OPERATING | Brooklyn Ctr, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Achieve Twin CitiesGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Walker West Music AcademyGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of PeaceGENERAL OPERATING | St Paul, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Mixed Blood Theatre CompanyGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Hopewell Music CooperativenorthGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Children'S Theatre Company And SchoolGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Center For Victims Of TortureGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Hunger Solutions MinnesotaGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Native American Community ClinicGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Think SmallGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Newgate Education & Research CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Reading PartnersGENERAL OPERATING | Oakland, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Clubs Of The Twin CitiesGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $8K | 2023 |
| Immigrant Law Center Of Minnesota IncGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $8K | 2023 |
| Illusion Theater And School IncGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $7K | 2023 |
| Our Saviours Community ServicesGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Project For Pride In Living IncGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Ain Dah Yung CenterGENERAL OPERATING | St Paul, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Twin CitieGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $25K | 2022 |
| Bethlehem Lutheran ChurchGENERAL OPERATING | Fairport, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| Minnesota Shubert Center For Dance And MGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $20K | 2022 |