Yontz Valor Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 46-3402520
Foundation Overview
Based in Excelsior, MN, Yontz Valor Foundation has awarded 143 grants totaling $70,058,494 to organizations in Minnesota, California and 14 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $4,000 to $26,017,990, with a median award of $75,000.
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2 total grants. Insufficient data for reliable pattern analysis. Foundation may be highly selective or recently established.
Geographic Focus
Grants are geographically diversified with 20% in Minnesota and funding distributed across 16 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within Minnesota, funding concentrates in Minneapolis (28%), Wayzata (17%), Chanhassen (17%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 733% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (59%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Yontz Valor 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chordoma Foundation | $750,000 | Durham, NC, US | Used Towards Searching For A Cure For Those Affected By Chordoma | 2024 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | $250,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Veteran Support | 2024 |
| Independent Charitable Gift Fund Ig | $65,632 | Hudson, OH, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2023 |
| Independent Charitable Gift Fund Ig | $26,017,990 | Hudson, OH, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2023 |
| Independent Charitable Gift Fund Ig | $65,632 | Hudson, OH, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2023 |
| Independent Charitable Gift Fund Ig | $26,017,990 | Hudson, OH, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2023 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation Mn Warriors | $150,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Hockey Changes Lives - Warriors Hockey Program For Reintegration Of Veterans | 2022 |
| Wave Academy | $150,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Aquatic Therapy For Veterans | 2022 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $270,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Healing Hearts Of Children Of Service Members | 2022 |
| Warrior Rising Foundation | $250,000 | South Jordan, UT, US | Veterans Growth / Support Business Development | 2022 |
| Folds Of Honor Mn Chapter | $150,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Honoring Their Sacrifice, Educating Their Legacy | 2022 |
| Healing Warriors Program | $200,000 | Fort Collins, CO, US | Ptsd/tbi - Non-drug Approach In Association With Scripps Center | 2022 |
| Vet Service Dogs | $75,000 | Lyons, IL, US | Therapy/healing To Veterans With Service Dogs | 2022 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $125,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | A Day Of Giving Back/honor - Comfort - Assist Pts Soldiers | 2022 |
| American Legion Color Guard Post 17 | $50,000 | Saint Paul, MN, US | To Honor Veterans And Those Who Have Served And Are Serving Our Great Nation | 2022 |
| Operation Outdoor Freedom | $200,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | Support Veterans By Taking Them Fishing As A Means Of Healing The Effects Of Pts | 2022 |
| Objective Zero | $150,000 | Fort Leavenworth, KS, US | Support For Suicide Prevention Resources For Veterans | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiat | $100,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Help Homeless Veterans Reach Their Highest Levels Of Independence | 2022 |
| Guitars For Vets | $50,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Guitar Instruction Program To Help Veterans With Physical Injuries And Ptsd | 2022 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | $1,500,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Funding For Programs, Services And Events For Wounded Veterans | 2022 |
| Semper Fi Flo | $50,000 | Chanhassen, MN, US | Provide Support And Enrich Lives Of Military Families | 2022 |
| 22zero Follow Me | $150,000 | Lakeland, FL, US | Train Peer Support Coaches And Treat Veterans And First Responders | 2022 |
| Stars And Stripes Honor Flight | $200,000 | Menomonee Falls, WI, US | Honor Veterans And Educuate Community On Sacrifices Of Veterans | 2022 |
| Warfighter Advance | $150,000 | Patuxent River, MD, US | Successful Reintegration Of Every Warfighter | 2022 |
| Saddles In Service | $155,000 | Descanso, CA, US | Combat Suicide Rates Of Veterans, Promote Mental Health, Wellness And Healing Through Equine-assisted Learning And Activities. | 2022 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation Mn Warriors | $150,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Hockey Changes Lives - Warriors Hockey Program For Reintegration Of Veterans | 2022 |
| Wave Academy | $150,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Aquatic Therapy For Veterans | 2022 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $270,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Healing Hearts Of Children Of Service Members | 2022 |
| Warrior Rising Foundation | $250,000 | South Jordan, UT, US | Veterans Growth / Support Business Development | 2022 |
| Folds Of Honor Mn Chapter | $150,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Honoring Their Sacrifice, Educating Their Legacy | 2022 |
| Healing Warriors Program | $200,000 | Fort Collins, CO, US | Ptsd/tbi - Non-drug Approach In Association With Scripps Center | 2022 |
| Vet Service Dogs | $75,000 | Lyons, IL, US | Therapy/healing To Veterans With Service Dogs | 2022 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $125,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | A Day Of Giving Back/honor - Comfort - Assist Pts Soldiers | 2022 |
| American Legion Color Guard Post 17 | $50,000 | Saint Paul, MN, US | To Honor Veterans And Those Who Have Served And Are Serving Our Great Nation | 2022 |
| Operation Outdoor Freedom | $200,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | Support Veterans By Taking Them Fishing As A Means Of Healing The Effects Of Pts | 2022 |
| Objective Zero | $150,000 | Fort Leavenworth, KS, US | Support For Suicide Prevention Resources For Veterans | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiat | $100,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Help Homeless Veterans Reach Their Highest Levels Of Independence | 2022 |
| Guitars For Vets | $50,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Guitar Instruction Program To Help Veterans With Physical Injuries And Ptsd | 2022 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | $1,500,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Funding For Programs, Services And Events For Wounded Veterans | 2022 |
| Semper Fi Flo | $50,000 | Chanhassen, MN, US | Provide Support And Enrich Lives Of Military Families | 2022 |
| 22zero Follow Me | $150,000 | Lakeland, FL, US | Train Peer Support Coaches And Treat Veterans And First Responders | 2022 |
| Stars And Stripes Honor Flight | $200,000 | Menomonee Falls, WI, US | Honor Veterans And Educuate Community On Sacrifices Of Veterans | 2022 |
| Warfighter Advance | $150,000 | Patuxent River, MD, US | Successful Reintegration Of Every Warfighter | 2022 |
| Saddles In Service | $155,000 | Descanso, CA, US | Combat Suicide Rates Of Veterans, Promote Mental Health, Wellness And Healing Through Equine-assisted Learning And Activities. | 2022 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation Mn Warriors | $150,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Hockey Changes Lives - Warriors Hockey Program For Reintegration Of Veterans | 2022 |
| Wave Academy | $150,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Aquatic Therapy For Veterans | 2022 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $270,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Healing Hearts Of Children Of Service Members | 2022 |
| Warrior Rising Foundation | $250,000 | South Jordan, UT, US | Veterans Growth / Support Business Development | 2022 |
| Folds Of Honor Mn Chapter | $150,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Honoring Their Sacrifice, Educating Their Legacy | 2022 |
| Healing Warriors Program | $200,000 | Fort Collins, CO, US | Ptsd/tbi - Non-drug Approach In Association With Scripps Center | 2022 |
| Vet Service Dogs | $75,000 | Lyons, IL, US | Therapy/healing To Veterans With Service Dogs | 2022 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $125,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | A Day Of Giving Back/honor - Comfort - Assist Pts Soldiers | 2022 |
| American Legion Color Guard Post 17 | $50,000 | Saint Paul, MN, US | To Honor Veterans And Those Who Have Served And Are Serving Our Great Nation | 2022 |
| Operation Outdoor Freedom | $200,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | Support Veterans By Taking Them Fishing As A Means Of Healing The Effects Of Pts | 2022 |
| Objective Zero | $150,000 | Fort Leavenworth, KS, US | Support For Suicide Prevention Resources For Veterans | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiat | $100,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Help Homeless Veterans Reach Their Highest Levels Of Independence | 2022 |
| Guitars For Vets | $50,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Guitar Instruction Program To Help Veterans With Physical Injuries And Ptsd | 2022 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | $1,500,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Funding For Programs, Services And Events For Wounded Veterans | 2022 |
| Semper Fi Flo | $50,000 | Chanhassen, MN, US | Provide Support And Enrich Lives Of Military Families | 2022 |
| 22zero Follow Me | $150,000 | Lakeland, FL, US | Train Peer Support Coaches And Treat Veterans And First Responders | 2022 |
| Stars And Stripes Honor Flight | $200,000 | Menomonee Falls, WI, US | Honor Veterans And Educuate Community On Sacrifices Of Veterans | 2022 |
| Warfighter Advance | $150,000 | Patuxent River, MD, US | Successful Reintegration Of Every Warfighter | 2022 |
| Saddles In Service | $155,000 | Descanso, CA, US | Combat Suicide Rates Of Veterans, Promote Mental Health, Wellness And Healing Through Equine-assisted Learning And Activities. | 2022 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation Mn Warriors | $145,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Hockey Changes Lives - Warriors Hockey Program For Reintegration Of Veterans | 2021 |
| Wave Academy | $100,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Aquatic Therapy For Veterans | 2021 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $235,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Healing Hearts Of Children Of Service Members | 2021 |
| Warrior Rising Foundation | $175,000 | South Jordan, UT, US | Veterans Growth / Support Business Development | 2021 |
| The Sparta Project | $65,000 | Valencia, CA, US | Warrior Transformation Program / Ptsd Intense Programs | 2021 |
| Folds Of Honor Mn Chapter | $100,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Honoring Their Sacrifice, Educating Their Legacy | 2021 |
| Healing Warriors Program | $105,000 | Fort Collins, CO, US | Ptsd/tbi - Non-drug Approach In Association With Scripps Center | 2021 |
| Vet Service Dogs | $60,000 | Lyons, IL, US | Therapy/healing To Veterans With Service Dogs | 2021 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $150,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | A Day Of Giving Back/honor - Comfort - Assist Pts Soldiers | 2021 |
| American Legion Color Guard Post 17 | $20,000 | Saint Paul, MN, US | To Honor Veterans And Those Who Have Served And Are Serving Our Great Nation | 2021 |
| Operation Outdoor Freedom | $100,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | Support Veterans By Taking Them Fishing As A Means Of Healing The Effects Of Pts | 2021 |
| Objective Zero | $115,000 | Fort Leavenworth, KS, US | Support For Suicide Prevention Resources For Veterans | 2021 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiat | $75,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Help Homeless Veterans Reach Their Highest Levels Of Independence | 2021 |
| Guitars For Vets | $50,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Guitar Instruction Program To Help Veterans With Physical Injuries And Ptsd | 2021 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | $500,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Funding For Programs, Services And Events For Wounded Veterans | 2021 |
| Semper Fi Flo | $20,000 | Chanhassen, MN, US | Provide Support And Enrich Lives Of Military Families | 2021 |
| 22zero Follow Me | $75,000 | Lakeland, FL, US | Train Peer Support Coaches And Treat Veterans And First Responders | 2021 |
| Stars And Stripes Honor Flight | $100,000 | Menomonee Falls, WI, US | Honor Veterans And Educuate Community On Sacrifices Of Veterans | 2021 |
| Warfighter Advance | $75,000 | Patuxent River, MD, US | Successful Reintegration Of Every Warfighter | 2021 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation Mn Warriors | $109,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Hockey Changes Lives - Warriors Hockey Program For Reintegration Of Veterans | 2020 |
| Wave Academy | $50,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Aquatic Therapy For Veterans | 2020 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $125,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Healing Hearts Of Children Of Service Members | 2020 |
| Warrior Rising Foundation | $80,000 | South Jordan, UT, US | Veterans Growth / Support Business Development | 2020 |
| The Sparta Project | $90,000 | Valencia, CA, US | Warrior Transformation Program / Ptsd Intense Programs | 2020 |
| Folds Of Honor Mn Chapter | $50,000 | Wayzata, MN, US | Honoring Their Sacrifice, Educating Their Legacy | 2020 |
| Healing Warriors Program | $50,000 | Fort Collins, CO, US | Ptsd/tbi - Non-drug Approach In Association With Scripps Center | 2020 |
| Vet Service Dogs | $50,000 | Lyons, IL, US | Therapy/healing To Veterans With Service Dogs | 2020 |
| Room In The Inn | $50,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Emergency Support And Transitional Housing For Homeless Vets | 2020 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $75,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | A Day Of Giving Back/honor - Comfort - Assist Pts Soldiers | 2020 |
| Operation Fishing Freedom | $80,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | Support Veterans By Taking Them Fishing As A Means Of Healing The Effects Of Pts | 2020 |
| Objective Zero | $30,000 | Fort Leavenworth, KS, US | Support For Suicide Prevention Resources For Veterans | 2020 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiat | $35,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Help Homeless Veterans Reach Their Highest Levels Of Independence | 2020 |
| Guitars For Vets | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Guitar Instruction Program To Help Veterans With Physical Injuries And Ptsd | 2020 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | $500,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | Funding For Programs, Services And Events For Wounded Veterans | 2020 |
| Semper Fi Flo | $10,000 | Chanhassen, MN, US | Provide Support And Enrich Lives Of Military Families | 2020 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation Mn Warriors | $37,950 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Hockey Changes Lives - Warriors Hockey Program For Reintegration Of Veterans | 2018 |
| Wave Academy | $20,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Aquatic Therapy For Veterans | 2018 |
| National Wounded Warrior Center | $10,000 | Mammoth Lakes, CA, US | Learn, Heal, Thrive | 2018 |
| The Navy Seal Foundation | $15,000 | Virginia Beach, VA, US | Honoring Warriors , Supporting Families | 2018 |
| Stars Stripes Honor Flight | $25,000 | Port Washington, WI, US | Everyday Is A Bonus; Flying Veterans To Dc For Day & Welcome Home Celebration | 2018 |
| The Greatest Generation Foundation | $20,000 | Denver, CO, US | Honor Veterans By Returning Them Home / Preserve Legacy | 2018 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $30,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Healing Hearts Of Service Members | 2018 |
| Semper Fi Fund Org | $20,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Learn, Heal, Thrive | 2018 |
| Tee It Up For The Troops | $20,000 | Burnsville, MN, US | Helping Veterans And Their Families Hea, Transition, Grow And Thrive | 2018 |
| Warrior Rising Foundation | $20,000 | Midvale, UT, US | Veterans Growth / Support Business Development | 2018 |
| The Seal Family Foundation | $20,000 | Carlsbad, CA, US | Warrior Family Focused Support | 2018 |
| The Sparta Project | $25,000 | Valencia, CA, US | Warrior Transformation Program / Ptsd Intense Programs | 2018 |
| Americas Warrior Partnership | $20,000 | Augusta, GA, US | Empowering Communities To Empower Veterans | 2018 |
| Folds Of Honor Mn Chapter | $50,000 | Owasso, OK, US | Honoring Their Sacrifice, Educating Their Legacy | 2018 |
| Healing Warriors Program | $20,000 | Fort Collins, CO, US | Ptsd/tbi - Non-drug Approach In Association With Scripps Center | 2018 |
| Marcus Center | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Milwaukee War Memorial Flag Day Efforts | 2018 |
| Phakamani Foundation Ncf | $20,000 | Edina, MN, US | Empowers Poor Women To Succeed Via Microenterprise | 2018 |
| Vet Service Dogs | $20,000 | Lawrenceburg, TN, US | Therapy/healing To Veterans With Service Dogs | 2018 |
| Veterans Resilience Project | $10,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Transforming Trauma Into Growth - Advanced Ptsd | 2018 |
| Vfw Aux Post 7452 Smiles For Vets | $15,000 | Montgomery, IL, US | Helping Vets Dignity Regain Their Smile | 2018 |
| Room In The Inn | $10,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Emergency Support And Transitional Housing For Homeless Vets | 2018 |
| Creativets | $10,000 | Addison, IL, US | Empower Veterans To Use Art, Music & Creative Writing To Combat Stress, Depression Etc | 2018 |
| Guitars For Vets | $10,000 | Kenosha, WI, US | Transition To Peace And Happiness Through Music And Comradery.therapy For Veterans. | 2018 |
| Fishing With Vets | $5,000 | Plymouth, MN, US | Provide Both Summer And Ice Fishing Opportunities For Vets | 2018 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $60,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | A Day Of Giving Back/honor - Comfort - Assist Pts Soldiers | 2018 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $40,300 | Bartlett, IL, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| R4 Alliance | $20,000 | Sun Valley, ID, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Wave Academy | $15,000 | San Diego, CA, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Stars Stripes Honor Flight | $20,000 | Port Washington, WI, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $20,000 | Grafton, WI, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Tee It Up For The Troops | $15,000 | Burnsville, MN, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Warrior Rising | $20,000 | Midvale, UT, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| The Hendrickson Foundation | $10,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| The Sparta Project | $20,000 | Valencia, CA, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| United Heroes League | $4,000 | Hastings, MN, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Welcome Home Vets Help Fr The Homel | $10,000 | Hopkins, MN, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| American Legion Color Guard Post 17 | $10,000 | Apple Valley, MN, US | General Operating | 2017 |
| Seal-nsw Family Foundation | $20,000 | Carlsbad, CA, US | General Operating | 2016 |
| Take A Vet Fishing | $20,000 | Bartlett, IL, US | General Operating | 2016 |
| R4 Alliance | $15,000 | Sun Valley, ID, US | General Operating | 2016 |
| Wave Academy | $10,000 | San Diego, CA, US | General Operatin | 2016 |
| The Navy Seal Foundation | $10,000 | Virginia Beach, VA, US | General Operating | 2016 |
| Stars Stripes Honor Flight | $20,000 | Port Washington, WI, US | General Operating | 2016 |
| Camp Hometown Hereos | $15,000 | Grafton, WI, US | General Operating | 2016 |
| Semper Fi Fund Org | $10,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | General Operating | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 46-3402520 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 26215 BIRCH BLUFF ROAD Excelsior, MN 55331-0000 |
Key People (3)
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| Pres & Trustee | Terri Yontz Miller |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Jason Kohout |
| Trustee | Abbey Magnuson |
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