44 North Foundation Inc
44 North Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In its 2024 filing, it reported making donations to tax-exempt organizations, including Minnesota nonprofits serving people experiencing hunger, housing instability, and other needs, as well as organizations supporting veterans.
44 North Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: 44 North Foundation Inc gave $995K across 59 grants in 2024 (avg $17K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $995,000
- +55.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 59
- +51.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $16,864
- +2.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $12,000
- Total assets
- $23,970,437
- +4.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (82% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to 44 North Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5100 West 36Th Street 16039, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Phone: (612) 615-2238
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who 44 North Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Academy of Holy Angels ($150K). Together the top 10 received $415K.
Grant Size Distribution
126 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 123 grants of 126 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 82% of grant dollars went to recipients in Minnesota, 10% to Montana, 4% to California, 2% to Texas, and 2% to Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 59 itemized grants.
Cities
How 44 North Foundation Inc gives
- 58% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 1179% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 81% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $78K (2021) to $995K (2024). In 2024 it made 59 grants totaling $995K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Academy of Holy Angels Richfield, MN | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Catholic Charities Minneapolis, MN | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Minneapolis, MN | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Loaves and Fishes Minneapolis, MN | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans St. Paul, MN | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland Brooklyn Park, MN | Charitable | $30,000 |
| People Serving People Minneapolis, MN | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Sharing and Caring Hands Minneapolis, MN | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Big Sky Bravery Belgrade, MT | Charitable | $22,500 |
| Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation Inc Bozeman, MT | Charitable | $22,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23,970,437 | $1,588,237 | $1,155,813 | $995,000 | 59 | $1,103,257 | $3,298,819 | $1,360,643 |
| 2023 | $23,036,073 | $5,232,309 | $832,789 | $639,000 | 39 | $722,129 | $728,371 | $1,078,802 |
| 2022 | $18,636,729 | $5,536,207 | $473,323 | $331,000 | 21 | $370,399 | $3,858,538 | $674,450 |
| 2021 | $13,572,662 | $6,694,026 | $126,253 | $77,808 | 7 | $105,163 | $3,377,277 | $407,934 |
| 2020 | $7,004,889 | $7,004,889 | — | — | — | — | $12,888 | $30,983 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, 44 North Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.4M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in areas including food assistance, housing and homelessness services, education, and veteran support.
The grantees describe their own work in varied ways. Second Harvest Heartland says its mission is to end hunger together, working with food shelves and hunger-relief programs. People Serving People says it supports families experiencing housing instability through shelter, early childhood education, housing stabilization, and systems change. Simpson Housing Services says it works to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness. Military Warriors Support Foundation says it provides specialized services to combat-wounded veterans and Gold Star families.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 59 grants totaling $995,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $150,000, with a median grant of $12,000.
Its largest reported 2024 grants included $150,000 to Academy of Holy Angels; $40,000 each to Catholic Charities and Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; and $30,000 each to Loaves and Fishes, Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, and Second Harvest Heartland. Other grants included $25,000 each to People Serving People and Sharing and Caring Hands, and $22,000 each to Big Sky Bravery, Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation, Bridge for Youth, and Good in the Hood.
Among the grantees describing their work, Sharing and Caring Hands says it serves people in need who do not qualify for government assistance, including through rent and utility assistance, travel, and shelter. Wounded Warrior Project says it focuses on the well-being of post-9/11 veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Good in the 'Hood describes its mission as bringing help and inspiring hope.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2024 filing lists Karl P Tourville as initial member/director, Teresa L Tourville as director, Rebecca T Hanousek as executive director, and Nicholas K Tourville as vice president of investments.
44 North Foundation Inc is led by Rebecca T. Hanousek, Executive Director since 2024 (on filings since 2023); 1 of 4 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rebecca T. Hanousek
Executive Director
Director → Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$40K (2023) → $56K (2024)
Karl P. Tourville
Initial Member & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Teresa L. Tourville
Director
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nicholas K. Tourville
Vice President of Investments
Vice President → Vice President of Investments, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Rebecca L. Tourville (2020–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $56K, to Rebecca T Hanousek (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about 44 North Foundation Inc
How much does 44 North Foundation Inc give each year?
44 North Foundation Inc gave $995K across 59 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $639K across 39 grants.
What is 44 North Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
44 North Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $12,000, and its average grant was $16,864, across 59 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does 44 North Foundation Inc give grants?
44 North Foundation Inc gives mostly in Minnesota: 82% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Montana (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Minneapolis, MN (30 grants), St. Paul, MN (5 grants), Big Sky, MT (5 grants) and Santa Barbara, CA (2 grants).
Does 44 North Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 59 grants with a stated purpose on 44 North Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (59 grants).
Who are 44 North Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
44 North Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Academy of Holy Angels ($150,000), Catholic Charities ($40,000) and Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 23% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is 44 North Foundation Inc?
44 North Foundation Inc reported $24.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does 44 North Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in areas including food assistance, housing and homelessness services, education, and veteran support. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from 44 North Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is 44 North Foundation Inc's EIN?
44 North Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-4139108. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does 44 North Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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