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Ordean Foundation is a private corporation based in DULUTH, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1934. It holds total assets of $42.6M. Annual income is reported at $11.4M. Total assets have grown from $33.2M in 2011 to $40.5M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 12 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, Ordean Foundation has made 165 grants totaling $5.8M, with a median grant of $20K. The foundation has distributed between $1.5M and $2.7M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $2.7M distributed across 82 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $150K, with an average award of $35K. The foundation has supported 75 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Minnesota and Rhode Island and Wisconsin. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No specific application information is available for this foundation. Check the 990-PF filings below for application guidelines, or visit the foundation's website if listed above.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$32K
Average Grant
$48K
Largest Grant
$136K
Based on 33 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.
Ordean Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 165 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, RI, WI.
Ordean Foundation has distributed a total of $5.8M across 165 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $35K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $150K.
For information about applying for grants from Ordean Foundation, visit their official website. Many private foundations accept unsolicited proposals or have specific application windows.
Ordean Foundation is headquartered in DULUTH, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Ness | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $180K | $18K | $207K |
| John Strange | CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Stacy Johnston | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jon Nelson | PREVIOUS BOARD CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Traci Morris | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marcus Jones | VICE CHAIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard Howell | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Tony Yung | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ariuna Taivan | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Maria Isley | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marsha Hystead | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christine Davis | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$2.2M
Total Assets
$40.5M
Fair Market Value
$40.5M
Net Worth
$40.2M
Grants Paid
$1.5M
Contributions
$100
Net Investment Income
$9.2M
Distribution Amount
$1.7M
Total: $32.8M
Total Grants
165
Total Giving
$5.8M
Average Grant
$35K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
75
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Womens Christian AssociationPARTNERSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $70K | 2023 |
| Salvation ArmyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $50K | 2023 |
| Family Freedom CenterFFC/NYS GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, JOE EVERETT LEGACY GRANT FOR FFC'S S.T.A.R.T. PROGRAM, SPECIAL INITIATIVE GRANT | Duluth, MN | $150K | 2023 |
| Lake Superior Community Health CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $125K | 2023 |
| Damiano CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $125K | 2023 |
| Mentor NorthMENTOR NORTH, SPONSORSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $101K | 2023 |
| Life House IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, STRATEGIC PLANNING WITH NORTHSPAN | Duluth, MN | $95K | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Shelter For Battered WomenGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $80K | 2023 |
| ChumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $70K | 2023 |
| Valley Youth CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $50K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of The NorthlandGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $50K | 2023 |
| American Indian Community Housing OrganizationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, CHUCK WALT'S OUTGOING DIRECTORS GIFT | Duluth, MN | $43K | 2023 |
| Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food BankGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, NOURISH THE NORTHLAND CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Duluth, MN | $40K | 2023 |
| Divine Konnections IncANNIE'S HOUSE OF REFUGE - SHELTER FOR BIPOC WOMEN, SPONSORSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $36K | 2023 |
| Community Action DuluthGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $35K | 2023 |
| Soar Career SolutionsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $30K | 2023 |
| Duluth Area Family YmcaCATALYST GRANT, PROGRAM SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $30K | 2023 |
| Minnesota Masonic Childrens Clinic For Communication DisordersSPEECH PATHOLOGIST POSITION FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Ecolibrium3GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Program To Aid For Victims Of Sexual AssaultMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES & OUTREACH PROGRAMMING | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Lincoln Park Children And Families CollaborativeLPCFC GROCERY GIVEAWAY | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Kid'S Closet Of DuluthPURCHASE CLOTHING FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Aftenro SocietyAFTENRO COMMUNITY VAN REPAIRS | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Duluth Community School CollaborativeGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $20K | 2023 |
| Western Lake Superior Habitat For HumanityAGE IN PLACE PROGRAM | Duluth, MN | $16K | 2023 |
| Duluth Library FoundationCOMMUNITY INFORMED BUILDING REDESIGN | Duluth, MN | $15K | 2023 |
| Fathers Rise TogetherSPONSORSHIP GRANT, OPERATING SUPPORT FOR FAMILY RISE TOGETHER | Duluth, MN | $12K | 2023 |
| Zeitgeist Center For Arts And CommunityHEALTHY HILLSIDE INITIATIVE | Duluth, MN | $11K | 2023 |
| Lisc DuluthELEVATING EQUITABLE DEVELOPMENT IN DULUTH | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Lutheran Social ServicesANOTHER DOOR SHELTER | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Minnesota Adult & Teen ChallengeCOOL GYM PROJECT | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Northland Adaptive RecreationCATALYST GRANT | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Proctor School DistrictLIONHEART EXPERIENCE | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Minnesota Assistance Council For VeteransPROGRAM SUPPORT FOR VETERANS IN DULUTH | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Children'S Dental ServicesCOMPREHENSIVE DENTAL CARE, OUD EDUCATION AND TOBACCO CESSATION PROGRAM | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Men As PeacemakersWE ARE ALL CONNECTED (WAAC) INITIATIVE, CHUCK WALT'S OUTGOING DIRECTORS GIFT | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Chester Bowl Improvement ClubGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Duluth, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Health Equity NorthlandST MARK GIVING GARDEN | Duluth, MN | $9K | 2023 |
| Duluth Public SchoolsSPONSORSHIP GRANT, CRAWFORD AWARD | Duluth, MN | $8K | 2023 |
| Duluth Playhouse IncGROWING DULUTH PLAYHOUSE CAPACITY FOR THEATER ACCESS FOR AND COMMUNITY BUILDING | Duluth, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation40 ANNIVERSARY EVENT | Duluth, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Duluth Aging SupportNORTHLAND DEMENTIA SOLUTIONS CAMPAIGN | Duluth, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Veterans For Peace Chapter 80CHUCK WALT'S OUTGOING DIRECTORS GIFT | Duluth, MN | $3K | 2023 |
| Minnesota BalletSPONSORSHIP GRANT | Eden Prairie, MN | $2K | 2023 |
| Twin Ports Ministry To SeafarersSUPPORT IMPROVED ACCESS TO SERVICES IN THEIR BUILDING AND HELP SUPPORT THE COST OF A WHEELCHAIR ACCESS RAMP | Duluth, MN | $2K | 2023 |
| Duluth NaacpSPONSORSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| University Of Minnesota FoundationUMD'S MEDICAL SCHOOL ANJI'BIDE RESEARCH COLLECTIVE PRESENTATION AT 27TH INTERNATIONAL HARM REDUCTION CONFERENCE IN MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Northern Expressions Arts CollectiveSPONSORSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Animal Allies Humane SocietySPONSORSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $500 | 2023 |
| Trans NorthlandSPONSORSHIP GRANT | Duluth, MN | $500 | 2023 |