The Oak Foundation | Foundation Profile
GrantBay analyzes IRS Form 990-PF data to help grant seekers find fit funders like The Oak Foundation. Data shown is extracted from Form 990-PF filings.
EIN: 27-4741901
Foundation Overview
Based in Minneapolis, MN, The Oak Foundation has awarded 147 grants totaling $1,424,334 to organizations in Colorado, Minnesota and 12 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $70,000, with a median award of $5,000.
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 19 recipients (21%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
41% of grants are awarded in Colorado, with additional funding distributed across 13 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Colorado, funding concentrates in Boulder (40%), Denver (22%), Aurora (8%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 6% change over 8 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (71%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Oak Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistance Dogs Of Hawaii | $5,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Assistance Dogs Northwest | 2024 |
| Colorado Horse Rescue | $10,000 | Longmont, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Etown | $12,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $4,000 | Cherry Hill, NJ, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Growing Gardens Of Boulder | $7,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Isla Urbana Usa | $2,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $10,000 | Aurora, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Minnesota Independence College And Community | $5,000 | Richfield, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Ocean Defenders Alliance | $5,000 | Huntington Beach, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $25,000 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Rewild | $2,500 | Austin, TX, US | Funds To Support Lonely Whale | 2024 |
| Small Sums | $5,000 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Sock It To Em Sock Campaign | $1,500 | Highlands Ranch, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| There With Care | $12,500 | Boulder, CO, US | National Expansion Program | 2024 |
| Trees That Feed Foundation | $5,000 | Winnetka, IL, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Trout Unlimited | $10,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Colorado Gold Program | 2024 |
| Always Choose Adventures | $5,000 | Idaho Springs, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Converge 45 | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2024 |
| Assistance Dogs Of Hawaii | $5,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Assistance Dogs Northwest | 2023 |
| Colorado Horse Rescue | $10,000 | Longmont, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Etown | $12,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $3,000 | Cherry Hill, NJ, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $4,000 | Aurora, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Mn Independent Community College | $5,000 | Richfield, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $14,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Sea Shepherd Conservation Society | $5,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Small Sums | $5,000 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Sock It To Em Sock Campaign | $1,000 | Highlands Ranch, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| There With Care | $12,500 | Boulder, CO, US | National Expansion Program | 2023 |
| Trout Unlimited | $10,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Colorado Gold Project + Other | 2023 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $25,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Freedomworks Incorporated | $5,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Help America Hear | $5,000 | Smithtown, NY, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Ocean Defenders Alliance | $5,000 | Huntington Beach, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| One Tree Planted | $5,000 | Shelburne, VT, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Surfrider Foundation | $5,000 | San Clemente, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Trees That Feed Foundation | $5,000 | Winnetka, IL, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Isla Urbana Usa | $2,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2023 |
| Amp The Cause | $7,500 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Assistance Dogs Of Hawaii | $5,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Assistance Dogs Northwest | 2022 |
| Colorado Horse Rescue | $7,500 | Longmont, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Etown | $18,750 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $6,000 | Cherry Hill, NJ, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Growing Gardens Of Boulder | $7,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $4,000 | Aurora, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $22,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Sea Shepherd Conservation Society | $7,500 | Alexandria, VA, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Small Sums | $5,000 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Sock It To Em Sock Campaign | $2,500 | Highlands Ranch, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| There With Care | $16,667 | Boulder, CO, US | National Expansion Program | 2022 |
| Trout Unlimited | $70,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Colorado Gold Project + Other | 2022 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $32,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Colorado Non-profit Development Center | $5,000 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Mn Independence College And Community | $5,000 | Richfield, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Re Wild | $5,000 | Austin, TX, US | Funds To Support Lonely Whale | 2022 |
| Amp The Cause | $7,500 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Assistance Dogs Of Hawaii | $5,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Assistance Dogs Northwest | 2022 |
| Colorado Horse Rescue | $7,500 | Longmont, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Etown | $18,750 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $6,000 | Cherry Hill, NJ, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Growing Gardens Of Boulder | $7,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $4,000 | Aurora, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $22,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Sea Shepherd Conservation Society | $7,500 | Alexandria, VA, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Small Sums | $5,000 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Sock It To Em Sock Campaign | $2,500 | Highlands Ranch, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| There With Care | $16,667 | Boulder, CO, US | National Expansion Program | 2022 |
| Trout Unlimited | $70,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Colorado Gold Project + Other | 2022 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $32,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Colorado Non-profit Development Center | $5,000 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Mn Independence College And Community | $5,000 | Richfield, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2022 |
| Re Wild | $5,000 | Austin, TX, US | Funds To Support Lonely Whale | 2022 |
| Amp The Cause | $10,000 | Denver, CO, US | Fill The Void Program | 2021 |
| Etown | $15,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Growing Gardens Of Boulder | $2,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $5,000 | Aurora, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $37,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Small Sums | $5,000 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| There With Care | $22,500 | Nashville, TN, US | Community Care Program | 2021 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $25,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Colorado Horse Rescue | $6,000 | Longmont, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Ocean Clean-up North Pacific Foundation | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Musicians In Solidarity | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Sea Shepherd Conservation Society | $10,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Sock It To Em Sock Campaign | $2,500 | Highlands Ranch, CO, US | Unrest | 2021 |
| Sylvia Earle Alliancemission Blue | $5,000 | Napa, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2021 |
| Assistance Dogs Of Hawaii | $5,000 | Makawao, HI, US | Assistance Dogs Northwest | 2021 |
| Etown | $10,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $6,000 | Pennsauken, NJ, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Growing Gardens Of Boulder | $2,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| John Austin Cheley Foundation | $2,500 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $3,500 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Kitsap Humane Society | $5,000 | Silverdale, WA, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $12,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Small Sums | $2,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| There With Care | $12,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Community Care Program | 2020 |
| Trout Unlimited | $37,500 | Arlington, VA, US | Colorado Gold Project + Other | 2020 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $25,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Amp The Cause | $5,000 | Denver, CO, US | Fill The Void Program | 2020 |
| The Bridge For Youth | $2,500 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Gloria's Place | 2020 |
| Natural Highs | $1,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2020 |
| Park Nicollet Foundation | $5,000 | St Louis Park, MN, US | Patient Special Needs | 2020 |
| University Of Mn Foundation - Research | $5,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Bob Allison Ataxia Research Center | 2020 |
| Boulder Public Library Foundation | $1,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Boulderreads! Program | 2018 |
| Kenzi's Causes | $3,000 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| John Austin Cheley Foundation | $5,000 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Kids First Health Care | $12,500 | Commerce City, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $18,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Taking The Reins | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| There With Care | $10,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Community Care Program | 2018 |
| Wayzata Community Church | $1,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $25,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Kitsap Humane Society | $5,000 | Silverdale, WA, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Small Sums | $2,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2018 |
| Dolls For Daughters And Kenzi's Kids | $2,500 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $7,000 | Cherry Hill, NJ, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| Independent Filmmaker Project | $68,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Project Coyote Film | 2017 |
| Kids First Health Care | $12,500 | Commerce City, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $12,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| The Art Underground | $12,500 | Louisville, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| There With Care | $10,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Community Care Program | 2017 |
| Avinity Foundation | $2,500 | Richfield, MN, US | The Gathering | 2017 |
| Found-nation | $2,500 | Westminster, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| John Austin Cheley Foundation | $5,000 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| St Art | $2,500 | St Louis, MO, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| Taking The Reins | $3,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $3,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Unrestricted | 2017 |
| Dolls For Daughters And Kenzi's Kids | $2,500 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Etown | $1,000 | Boulder, CO, US | $2000 Handmade Songs Series | 2016 |
| Go4thegoal Foundation | $6,000 | Cherry Hill, NJ, US | Kart 4 Kids Program | 2016 |
| Kids First Health Care | $10,000 | Commerce City, CO, US | Benefit Roast Fundraiser Sponsorship | 2016 |
| Medicine Horse Program | $10,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Our Lady Of Peace | $12,500 | St Paul, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| There With Care | $15,000 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Wild Salmon Center | $51,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Wayzata Community Church | $1,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Himalayan Development Foundation | $2,500 | Lyons, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Soccer Without Borders | $1,500 | Oakland, CA, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Boulder Chamber Orchestra | $1,500 | Boulder, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| The Art Underground | $12,500 | Louisville, CO, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
| Opportunity International | $3,000 | St Louis Park, MN, US | Unrestricted | 2016 |
Foundations Similar to The Oak Foundation
Discover 5 foundations with comparable assets ($3,311,505-$3,404,643), similar grant patterns, and geographic focus in MN that may also align with your organization's funding needs and grant seeking strategy.
| Foundation Name | Total Assets | Typical Grant Size | Service Area | Similarity Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Marcus Mccoy Foundation
EIN: 41-1989867 | 62 grants awarded |
$3,360,788
(≈ Similar) |
$10,000
median grant |
Excelsior, MN
Same state |
|
|
Albany Mutual Telephone Foundation
EIN: 26-1561849 | 91 grants awarded |
$3,378,296
(≈ Similar) |
$10,000
median grant |
Albany, MN
Same state |
|
|
Lundborg Foundation
EIN: 41-1708796 | 10 grants awarded |
$3,331,262
(≈ Similar) |
$5,000
median grant |
Hopkins, MN
Same state |
|
|
Nuss Collection
EIN: 83-2952995 | 3 grants awarded |
$3,404,643
(≈ Similar) |
$2,500
median grant |
Rochester, MN
Same state |
|
|
Michael V & Ann C Ciresi Foundation
EIN: 41-1926735 | 108 grants awarded |
$3,311,505
(≈ Similar) |
$10,000
median grant |
Minneapolis, MN
Same state |
|
Related Foundation Resources in MN:
Contact Information
Official contact details for The Oak Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 27-4741901 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | PO BOX 5628 Minneapolis, MN 55440-0000 |
Key People (6)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Oak Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Director/vice President | Sally L Macmillan |
|---|---|
| Director/president/treasurer | Robert Theiler |
| Director | Glenny Legendre |
| Director | Tom Mcginn |
| Director/secretary | John Henry Hullsiek |
Forms 990-PF
IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.
Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
About This Foundation Profile
This comprehensive foundation profile for The Oak Foundation is powered by Grant Bay's advanced foundation research platform. Our system analyzes IRS Form 990-PF filings, grant histories, and philanthropic patterns to provide nonprofit organizations with actionable intelligence for grant seeking success.
Data Sources & Accuracy
All information is derived from official IRS filings and public records. Grant Bay processes thousands of Form 990-PF documents to extract grant details, financial data, and organizational information. Data accuracy depends on foundation reporting quality and IRS filing completeness.
Research Applications
Use this profile for prospect research, grant strategy development, application preparation, and relationship building. Combine this data with additional research on foundation priorities, application processes, and board member backgrounds for comprehensive grant seeking strategies.