Minnesota Historical Society
Saint Paul, Minnesota · EIN 410713907 · Private foundation
Minnesota Historical Society is a Minnesota-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $7.6M in giving and $349.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 1,065 grants for Minnesota Historical Society. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Minnesota Historical Society funds
Minnesota Historical Society's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, community improvement, disability services, education, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, disabled, families, hispanic communities, immigrants & refugees.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Legacy Grant for Various projects focused on historical research, cultural preservation, community collaboration, and ecological studies in | Minneapolis, MN | $386K | 2024 |
| Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority Legacy grant for the restoration of the William A Irvin Ship Museum. | Duluth, MN | $353K | 2020 |
| Regents University of Mn Legacy Grant for Stories of the Opioid Crisis in Northeastern Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | $339K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Minnesota Historical Society
Minnesota Historical Society's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at mnhs.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Minnesota Historical Society
- Does Minnesota Historical Society accept grant applications?
- Minnesota Historical Society's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Minnesota Historical Society fund?
- Minnesota Historical Society's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include University of Minnesota, Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority, Regents University of Mn. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Minnesota Historical Society give in grants?
- Minnesota Historical Society's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $7.6M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $38.5M over 1,065 grants.
- Where is Minnesota Historical Society located?
- Minnesota Historical Society is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 410713907.
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