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Margaret a Cargill Foundation

Eden Prairie, Minnesota  ·  EIN 371758406  ·  Private foundation

Margaret a Cargill Foundation is a Minnesota-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $132.7M in annual giving against $3.38B in assets. This page documents the 2,436 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Margaret a Cargill Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$132.7M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$3.38B
Total assets
2,436
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Margaret a Cargill Foundation funds

Margaret a Cargill Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureArts EducationCivil Rights & Social JusticeCommunity ImprovementDisability ServicesEconomic DevelopmentEducationDisaster Relief & Emergency AidEnvironment & Conservation

Populations it has supported include children, families, indigenous, low-income communities, rural communities, older adults.

childrenfamiliesindigenouslow-income communitiesrural communitiesolder adultswomen girlsyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Margaret a Cargill Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Minnesota Community Foundation
DEVELOPMENT OF THE MARGARET A. CARGILL FOUNDATION DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION
St Paul, MN$9.5M2018
Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation
SUPPORT FOR A DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNESOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
St Paul, MN$8.7M2020
Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation
SUPPORT FOR A DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNESOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Saint Paul, MN$8.1M2023
The Minneapolis Foundation
SUPPORT FOR THE MARGARET A. CARGILL FOUNDATION DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION
Minneapolis, MN$7.8M2020
Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation
SUPPORT FOR A DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNESOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
St Paul, MN$7.0M2022
The Minneapolis Foundation
DEVELOPMENT OF THE MARGARET A. CARGILL FOUNDATION DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION
Minneapolis, MN$6.8M2023
The Minneapolis Foundation
DEVELOPMENT OF A DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION
Minneapolis, MN$6.5M2018
Climateworks Foundation
SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES TO REDUCE AND REVERSE TROPICAL FOREST LOSS
San Francisco, CA$5.6M2023
The End Fund Inc
EXPANDING TREATMENT FOR NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS IN ETHIOPIA
New York, NY$5.0M2019
The Minneapolis Foundation
DEVELOPMENT OF THE MARGARET A. CARGILL FOUNDATION DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION
Minneapolis, MN$5.0M2022
Climateworks Foundation
REDUCING DEFORESTATION AND FOREST DEGRADATION THROUGH COMMUNITY FORESTRY MANAGEMENT
San Francisco, CA$4.8M2020
Catholic Relief Services
CRS EMERGENCY RAPID RESPONSE FUND (ERRF)
Baltimore, MD$4.0M2022
The Minneapolis Foundation
SUPPORT FOR THE MARGARET A. CARGILL FOUNDATION FUND AT THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION
Minneapolis, MN$3.7M2024
Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation
SUPPORT FOR A DONOR ADVISED FUND AT THE MN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Saint Paul, MN$3.5M2024
Oxfam-america Inc
HORN OF AFRICA EXTREME WEATHER RESPONSE
Boston, MA$3.5M2022

Margaret a Cargill Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$136.4M
2019$116.4M
2020$132.7M
2022$147.7M
2023$162.9M
2024$146.7M

How to apply for funding from Margaret a Cargill Foundation

Margaret a Cargill Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at macphilanthropies.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Margaret a Cargill Foundation

Does Margaret a Cargill Foundation accept grant applications?
Margaret a Cargill Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Margaret a Cargill Foundation fund?
Margaret a Cargill Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include Minnesota Community Foundation, Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation, Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Margaret a Cargill Foundation give in grants?
Margaret a Cargill Foundation reported $132.7M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $842.9M over 2,436 grants.
Where is Margaret a Cargill Foundation located?
Margaret a Cargill Foundation is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 371758406.
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About this profile. This page is built from Margaret a Cargill Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Margaret a Cargill Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.