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Lenzmeier Family Foundation is a private corporation based in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is Us Trust Company Na. It holds total assets of $28.1M. Annual income is reported at $41.6M. Total assets have grown from $13.2M in 2011 to $26.8M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 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, Lenzmeier Family Foundation has made 60 grants totaling $5.2M, with a median grant of $80K. Annual giving has grown from $1.5M in 2021 to $1.8M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.9M distributed across 22 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $400K, with an average award of $87K. The foundation has supported 27 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Minnesota and California. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$45K
Average Grant
$79K
Largest Grant
$317K
Based on 18 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.
Lenzmeier Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 60 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, CA.
Lenzmeier Family Foundation has distributed a total of $5.2M across 60 grants. The median grant size is $80K, with an average of $87K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $400K.
Lenzmeier Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lenzmeier Family Foundation is headquartered in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Lenzmeier | SECRETARY/TRESURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Allen Lenzmeier | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$2.1M
Total Assets
$26.8M
Fair Market Value
$41.6M
Net Worth
$26.8M
Grants Paid
$1.8M
Contributions
$403K
Net Investment Income
$1.5M
Distribution Amount
$1.9M
Total: $16.1M
Total Grants
60
Total Giving
$5.2M
Average Grant
$87K
Median Grant
$80K
Unique Recipients
27
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota OrchestraGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $400K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of The Twin CitiesGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $290K | 2023 |
| Guthrie Theater FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $150K | 2023 |
| Northside Achievement ZoneGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $125K | 2023 |
| North House Folk SchoolGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Marais, MN | $100K | 2023 |
| Mayo FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Rochester, MN | $100K | 2023 |
| Macphail Center For MusicGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of St Paul & MplsGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2023 |
| Milkweed EditionsGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2023 |
| The Advocates For Human RightsGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $70K | 2023 |
| International Institute Of MinnesotaGENERAL OPERATING | St Paul, MN | $50K | 2023 |
| AlightGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $45K | 2023 |
| Risen ChristGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $45K | 2023 |
| Minnesota State University Mankato FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Mankato, MN | $31K | 2023 |
| Pacer Center IncGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $30K | 2023 |
| The Constellation FundGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $25K | 2023 |
| Nature ConservancyGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $25K | 2023 |
| Fistula FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | San Jose, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Special Olympics MnGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| Green MinneapolisGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Simpson Housing ServicesGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $250K | 2022 |
| Aliveness ProjectGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Playrights CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
| Ascension Catholic SchoolGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $45K | 2022 |
| Northeastern Minnesotans For WildernessGENERAL OPERATING | Ely, MN | $25K | 2022 |
| Washburn Center For ChildrenGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $135K | 2021 |