Courage Kenny Foundation
To raise funds and engage the community to support health and independence for those with functional limitations through courage kenny rehab's comprehensive continuum of transformative services, research and innovation, and public advocacy. With the foundation's support, the continuum enriches lives and provides a level of care above and beyond the core medical services provided by allina health.
Courage Kenny Foundation at a glance
In short: Courage Kenny Foundation gave $1.3M across 4 grants in 2022 (avg $322K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $1,288,558
- -72.7% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 4
- -33.3% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $322,140
- -59.1% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $70,287
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
Who Courage Kenny Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Allina Health System DBA Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Services ($1.2M across 2 grants). Together the top 3 received $1.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 16 (44%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $1.3M (2022) to $5.0M (2020). In 2022 it made 4 grants totaling $1.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Allina Health System DBA Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Services Minneapolis, MN | Support courage kenny program costs and provide patient care equipment | $1,125,984 |
| Allina Health System DBA Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Services Minneapolis, MN | Specialized therapy equipment for the expanded transitional rehab program | $87,600 |
| True Friends Annandale, MN | General support for camp providing experiences enhancing independence and self-esteem for those with disabilities; therapeutic horseback riding program; endowment fund | $52,974 |
| Childrens Health Care Foundation Minneapolis, MN | General support for children's of Minnesota foundation, midwest fetal care | $22,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $1,346,994 | $1,637,107 | $1,288,558 | 4 | $115,567 |
| 2021 | $42,769,363 | $9,047,943 | $6,317,325 | $4,728,521 | 6 | $1,154,483 |
| 2020 | $38,134,298 | $9,097,161 | $8,092,196 | $4,968,400 | 6 | $2,555,399 |
About Courage Kenny Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Courage Kenny Foundation is a public charity focused on Health, based in Minneapolis, MN. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2022. In 2022, it awarded 4 grants totaling $1.3M. Net investment income was $116K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Courage Kenny Foundation is led by Stephen Bariteau, Former Director & President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); none of the 23 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Stephen Bariteau
Former Director & President
Director & President → Former Director & President, 2022
On filings since 2020
32 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Linda Ortner
Director & President
On filings since 2021
32 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andy Krane
Director & Chair
Director, Chair, Vice Chair & Secretary → Director & Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bob Spencer
Director, Vice Chair & Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dan Seeman
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Darcy Swenson
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gary Johansen
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Gresham
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Josh Ortiz
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike McParlan
Director & Treasurer
Director → Director & Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nicki Leritz
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter Stiteler
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Lay
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Valerie Herring
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Becky Walker
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Beth Becker
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eric Sherman
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Josh Rebholz
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Josie Taylor
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Modena Henderson
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Coleman
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tim Gunderson
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Magnuson
CFO
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: J. Marie Fieger (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Jim Vedder (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Mark Kranz (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Robert Malcomson (2020–2021) — Director & Treasurer
- Former: Ross D'emanuele (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Scott Leighty (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Susan Piva (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Susan Rhode (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Laureen Hennen (2020) — Director & President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Courage Kenny Foundation
How much does Courage Kenny Foundation give each year?
Courage Kenny Foundation gave $1.3M across 4 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990. In 2021 it gave $4.7M across 6 grants.
What is Courage Kenny Foundation's typical grant size?
Courage Kenny Foundation's median grant in 2022 was $70,287, and its average grant was $322,140, across 4 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990.
Where does Courage Kenny Foundation give grants?
Courage Kenny Foundation gives mostly in Minnesota: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Minneapolis, MN (3 grants).
Does Courage Kenny Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 50% of Courage Kenny Foundation's 2022 grants with a stated purpose (2 of 4) were for general or operating support, per its 2022 IRS Form 990.
What is Courage Kenny Foundation?
Courage Kenny Foundation is a public charity focused on Health, based in Minneapolis, MN.
What is Courage Kenny Foundation's EIN?
Courage Kenny Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-1952989. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS March 10, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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