//
Otto Bremer Trust is a private trust based in SAINT PAUL, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1949. It holds total assets of $1.4B. Annual income is reported at $171.6M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Otto Bremer Trust has made 4,093 grants totaling $280.9M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has grown from $50M in 2020 to $95.4M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $135.5M distributed across 1,862 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $3.6M, with an average award of $69K. The foundation has supported 1,772 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, which account for 90% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Otto Bremer Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 4,093 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, WI, ND.
Otto Bremer Trust has distributed a total of $280.9M across 4,093 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $69K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $3.6M.
The application deadline is SEE GRANT APPLICATION GUIDELINES AT WWW.OTTOBREMER.ORG. SEE GRANT APPLICATION GUIDELINES AT WWW.OTTOBREMER.ORG.
Otto Bremer Trust is headquartered in SAINT PAUL, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Reardon | CO-CEO/TRUSTEE | $663K | $32K | $695K |
| Charlotte Johnson | CO-CEO/TRUSTEE | $659K | $43K | $701K |
| Francis Miley | CO-CEO/TRUSTEE | $486K | $44K | $530K |
Total Giving
$122.8M
Total Assets
$1.5B
Fair Market Value
$1.7B
Net Worth
$1.5B
Grants Paid
$111.9M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$75.7M
Distribution Amount
$91.4M
Total: $1.4B
Total Grants
4,093
Total Giving
$280.9M
Average Grant
$69K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
1,772
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Leadership & Development IncTAPESTRY: MULTI-GENERATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING | Billings, MT | $250K | 2023 |
| Greater Milwaukee Foundation IncINTERMEDIARIES PILOT PROJECT | Milwaukee, WI | $3.6M | 2023 |
| Greater Twin Cities United WayINTERMEDIARIES PILOT PROJECT | Minneapolis, MN | $3.6M | 2023 |
| Initiative FoundationINTERMEDIARIES PILOT PROJECT | Little Falls, MN | $3.1M | 2023 |
| Community Foundation For The Fox Valley RegionINTERMEDIARIES PILOT PROJECT |
| 2019 | 990PF | View |
| Appleton, WI |
| $3.1M |
| 2023 |
| Montana Community Foundation IncINTERMEDIARIES PILOT PROJECT | Helena, MT | $1.6M | 2023 |
| North Dakota Community FoundationINTERMEDIARIES PILOT PROJECT | Bismarck, ND | $1.6M | 2023 |
| University Of Minnesota FoundationMIDB: CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS CLINIC | Minneapolis, MN | $1M | 2023 |
| Young Men'S Christian Association Of The NorthEXPANDING AND SUSTAINING YMCA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS | Minneapolis, MN | $880K | 2023 |
| Neighborhood HouseHOPE IN ACTION: A CAMPAIGN FOR NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE | Saint Paul, MN | $600K | 2023 |
| Junior Achievement NorthGENERAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT FOR PROGRAM EXPANSION | Saint Paul, MN | $500K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of St Paul And MinneapolisDOROTHY DAY CAMPUS SUPPORT FOR OUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED | Minneapolis, MN | $500K | 2023 |
| African Economic Development SolutionsLITTLE AFRICA PLAZA | Saint Paul, MN | $500K | 2023 |
| Minnesota Independence College And CommunityMICCS OUR HEART. OUR FUTURE. CAPITAL CAMPAIGN (OHOF) | Richfield, MN | $500K | 2023 |
| Greater Missoula Family YmcaCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Missoula, MT | $500K | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army Northern DivisionPATHWAY OF HOPE, EMERGENCY SERVICES | Roseville, MN | $500K | 2023 |
| Montana Food Bank NetworkDISTRIBUTION CENTER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Missoula, MT | $500K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of OshkoshCAPITAL FOR FACILITY EXPANSION | Oshkosh, WI | $400K | 2023 |
| Latino Economic Development CenterGENERAL OPERATIONS & PLAZA DEL SOL CAPITAL REQUEST | Saint Paul, MN | $400K | 2023 |
| Goodwill Industries IncPOWER OF WORK COMPREHENSIVE CAMPAIGN | Saint Paul, MN | $400K | 2023 |
| Every MealSTRATEGIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH EVERY MEAL | Roseville, MN | $400K | 2023 |
| Good Samaritan Hospital AssociationNEW HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION | Rugby, ND | $350K | 2023 |
| Children'S Dental Services IncCAPITAL SUPPOT | Minneapolis, MN | $350K | 2023 |
| Citizens For Backus AbGENERAL OPERATIONS AND CAPITAL SUPPORT | International Falls, MN | $325K | 2023 |
| Curative Connections IncYESTERYEAR VILLAGE CAMPAIGN | Green Bay, WI | $300K | 2023 |
| St Vincent Healthcare FoundationST. VINCENT HEALTHCARE PEDIATRIC SPECIALTY CLINIC | Billings, MT | $300K | 2023 |
| Arrowhead Economic Opportunity AgencyHIBBING SHELTER RENOVATIONS | Virginia, MN | $300K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Montana Pbs IncMONTANA PBS BUILDING POSSIBILITIES CAMPAIGN | Bozeman, MT | $300K | 2023 |
| Listening House Of St Paul IncLISTENING HOUSE RESOURCE HUB | Saint Paul, MN | $300K | 2023 |
| Montana Rescue MissionUNIFIED CAMPUS PROJECT | Billings, MT | $300K | 2023 |
| Benefis Health System FoundationBENEFIS SLETTEN CANCER INSTITUTE REMODEL | Great Falls, MT | $300K | 2023 |
| Urban League Of Greater Madison IncCAPITAL FOR BUSINESS HUB | Madison, WI | $250K | 2023 |
| Devils Lake Park BoardDEVILS LAKE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER | Devils Lake, ND | $250K | 2023 |
| Emma Norton ServicesGENERAL OPERATIONS AND CAPITAL | Saint Paul, MN | $250K | 2023 |
| Minneapolis American Indian CenterMAIC ALL ROADS CAMPAIGN | Minneapolis, MN | $250K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of The Tri-County Area IncRIPON BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Berlin, WI | $250K | 2023 |
| Centro HispanoCAMPAIGN CENTRO | Madison, WI | $250K | 2023 |
| American Red Cross Of MontanaGREAT FALLS AND BOZEMAN CAPITAL RENOVATIONS | Great Falls, MT | $250K | 2023 |
| Apple Tree DentalPILOTING A NEW CRITICAL ACCESS DENTAL FUNDING MODEL | Mounds View, MN | $250K | 2023 |
| The Sanneh Foundation IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Saint Paul, MN | $250K | 2023 |
| Florence Crittenton Home & ServicesGENERAL OPERATIONS AND A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Helena, MT | $225K | 2023 |
| College PossibleCOLLEGE POSSIBLE NAVIGATE PROGRAM | Saint Paul, MN | $225K | 2023 |
| Literacy MinnesotaLITERACY MINNESOTA GENERAL OPERATIONS | Saint Paul, MN | $205K | 2023 |
| Northwest Minnesota FoundationFIREFLY CENTER FOR ART & WELLBEING | Bemidji, MN | $200K | 2023 |
| Churches United For The HomelessGENERAL OPERATIONS | Moorhead, MN | $200K | 2023 |
| Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services IncCAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR NEW SHELTER | Oshkosh, WI | $200K | 2023 |
| Summit Academy OicGENERAL OPERATIONS | Minneapolis, MN | $200K | 2023 |
| Commonbond CommunitiesCAPITAL SUPPORT | Saint Paul, MN | $200K | 2023 |
| Green County Family Ymca IncYMCA CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Monroe, WI | $200K | 2023 |
| The Lakes Community Health Center Dba Northlakes Community ClinicMARINETTE CLINIC CAPITAL PROJECT | Iron River, WI | $200K | 2023 |
© 2026 Granted AI