Andersen Corporate Foundation
The Andersen Corporate Foundation is a private foundation based in Bayport, Minnesota, serving as the philanthropic arm of Andersen Corporation. Incorporated in 1941 and tax-exempt since March 1944, the foundation provides grants to nonprofits addressing critical community needs.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$2.5M
+1.3% YoY
Grant Count
162
+1.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$16K
-0.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To better people's lives and strengthen communities, focusing primarily where Andersen employees live and work.
Primary funding areas include:
- Affordable housing
- Health and safety
- Education and youth development
- Human services
- Civic support
- Arts and culture
- Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
- Community and economic development
- Public safety
- Sports
The foundation also supports programs serving children and youth, adults, older adults, economically disadvantaged individuals, victims of violence or disasters, and people with disabilities.
Grantmaking
The foundation has established proposal deadlines with board review schedules:
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $1,000 to $250,000.
Review Cycle
with board review schedules:
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports programs in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, with particular emphasis on communities where Andersen employees live and work. Funding also reaches numerous cities across the United States, including Boston, Dallas, Detroit, Minneapolis, and Philadelphia.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending November 2024:
- Total assets: $54,635,606
- Total revenues: $4,280,378
- Total expenses: $2,987,398
- Net income: $1,292,980
- Total liabilities: $0
Historical context: The foundation has donated over $74 million to worthy causes to date.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Andersen Corporate Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Inc ($250,000), Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity ($50,000), St Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 180 Degrees Inc St Paul, MN | Support for Twin Cities emergency shelter and supportive housing services | $10,000 |
| A New Leaf Inc Mesa, AZ | A New Leaf West Valley Family Homeless Shelter Programs | $10,000 |
| Agate Housing and Services Minneapolis, MN | Agate's programs for homelessness securing permanent, affordable housing and independence | $5,000 |
| Ain Dah Yung (Our Home) Center St Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation Phoenix, AZ | AFFCF's Keys to Success Rapid Re-Housing Program | $15,000 |
| Bridging Incorporated Bloomington, MN | Bridging Furnishes Homes with Hope | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St Paul and Minneapolis Minneapolis, MN | Catholic Charities Dorothy Day Place | $10,000 |
| CommonBond Communities Minneapolis, MN | Affordable Housing with Resident Services | $10,000 |
| Dubuque Community Y Dubuque, IA | Crisis Services Shelter | $5,000 |
| Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association Inc EAU CLAIRE, WI | Affordable Housing Liaison | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Principal Officer: Mr. Keith Olson
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
No officer/director data available.
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has announced multiple grant distributions in recent years:
Andersen Corporate Foundation announces grant recipients2025: $1.9 million in donations announced
Andersen Corporate Foundation Announces $1.9 Million in DonationsFall 2024: $1.2 million in donations announced
Andersen Corporate Foundation Announces $1.9 Million in Donations2024: Over $1.17 million in donations announced
Andersen Corporate Foundation Announces $1.9 Million in DonationsRecent grant announcements have highlighted support for healthcare infrastructure, community food security, and affordable housing initiatives across the foundation's service region.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Andersen Corporate Foundation fund?
**Mission:** To better people's lives and strengthen communities, focusing primarily where Andersen employees live and work. **Primary funding areas include:** • Affordable housing • Health and safety • Education and youth development • Human services • Civic support • Arts and culture • Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) • Community and economic development • Public safety • Sports The foundation also supports programs serving children and youth, adults, older adults, eco…
How do I apply for a grant from Andersen Corporate Foundation?
**Grant Sizes:** Typical awards range from $1,000 to $250,000. **Recent Grant Activity:** • Total giving in 2024: $2,116,500 to $2,521,500 • Number of grants: Approximately 142 grants made in recent fiscal year **Recent Notable Grants (2024):** • Habitat for Humanity - Twin Cities: $250,000 • Science Museum of Minnesota: $100,000 • St. Croix Valley Foodbank: $75,000 **Application Process:** The foundation has established proposal deadlines with board review schedules: • October 15 deadline (Boa…
Where does Andersen Corporate Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily supports programs in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, with particular emphasis on communities where Andersen employees live and work. Funding also reaches numerous cities across the United States, including Boston, Dallas, Detroit, Minneapolis, and Philadelphia.
What size grants does Andersen Corporate Foundation award?
In 2024, Andersen Corporate Foundation awarded 162 grants totaling $2.5M — an average of about $16K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Andersen Corporate Foundation's EIN?
Andersen Corporate Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-6020912. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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