The Rum Fund
Wayzata, Minnesota · EIN 134022921 · Private foundation
The Rum Fund is a private foundation based in Wayzata, Minnesota. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $289K in giving and $3.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 171 individual grants from this funder — $2.2M awarded across 2020–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Rum Fund funds
The Rum Fund's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, faith-based (jewish), health care, higher education.
Populations it has supported include children, families, low-income communities.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Jewish Federation General operations | Minnetonka, MN | $175K | 2020 |
| Temple Israel Capital campaign and Bridge to the Future | Minneapolis, MN | $130K | 2020 |
| University of Mn Foundation General operations | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The Rum Fund
The Rum Fund'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.
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Frequently asked questions about The Rum Fund
- Does The Rum Fund accept grant applications?
- The Rum Fund'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 The Rum Fund fund?
- The Rum Fund's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Minneapolis Jewish Federation, Temple Israel, University of Mn Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Rum Fund give in grants?
- The Rum Fund's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $289K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.2M over 171 grants.
- Where is The Rum Fund located?
- The Rum Fund is based in Wayzata, Minnesota. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 134022921.
- How can I find foundations similar to The Rum Fund?
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