Glen a Taylor Foundation
The Glen A Taylor Foundation is a private foundation established in 1992 and based in North Mankato, Minnesota. The foundation was founded in the name of Glen A. Taylor, head of Taylor Corporation, a multinational electronics company. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with tax-exempt status since April 1993.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$2.1M
+27.3% YoY
Grant Count
35
+34.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$61K
-5.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's giving primarily focuses on:
- Higher education
- Hearing health awareness
- Human services
- Philanthropy and volunteerism
- Education
The foundation primarily funds operations and capital campaigns for its grantees.
Grantmaking
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Minnesota, with a particular focus on the North Mankato area and surrounding communities.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2023
- Total assets: $3,273,824
- Total revenues: $171,308
- Total expenses: $1,680,362
- Number of employees: 0
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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
171 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Mn Adult & Teen Challenge ($1,000,000), Bethany Lutheran College ($325,000), Loyola Catholic School ($304,477).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $325,000 |
| BLUE EARTH COUNTY LIBRARY MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $7,500 |
| BRIDGES PSA MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $750 |
| CELEBRATE ME CAMP MADISON LAKE, MN | OPERATIONS | $2,500 |
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN MINNESOTA MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $40,000 |
| CONNECTIONS SHELTER MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $3,500 |
| DAKOTA MEADOWS PSA NORTH MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $2,700 |
| EAGLE LAKE PSA EAGLE LAKE, MN | OPERATIONS | $1,200 |
| EDUCARE MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $10,000 |
| FEEDING OUR COMMINITIES PARTNERS NORTH MANKATO, MN | OPERATIONS | $20,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Glen Taylor: Trustee (founder)
- William L Kozitza: Care of contact
The foundation operates with no employees and relies on trustee leadership.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLEN TAYLOR | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| LARRY TAYLOR | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| WILLIAM KOZITZA | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| JEAN M TAYLOR | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Glen A. Taylor has launched significant charitable giving initiatives, including a $172 million charitable foundation commitment. The foundation has been actively supporting local community organizations, particularly youth development and educational institutions in Minnesota.
Glen A Taylor Foundation - Full Filing - Nonprofit Explorer - ProPublicaFrequently Asked Questions
What does Glen a Taylor Foundation fund?
The foundation's giving primarily focuses on: • Higher education • Hearing health awareness • Human services • Philanthropy and volunteerism • Education The foundation primarily funds operations and capital campaigns for its grantees.
How do I apply for a grant from Glen a Taylor Foundation?
**Grant Activity (2023)** • Total grants made: 28 grants • Total giving: $1,667,475 • Typical award range: $100,000–$750,000 **Recent Notable Grants (2023)** • My Place / Mankato Youth Place Inc: $750,000 (Operations) • Bethany Lutheran College & Seminary (BLC): $325,000 (Operations) • Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd / Concordia Classical Academy: $100,000 (Operations) **Financial Position (2023)** • Total assets: $3,273,824 • Total revenues: $171,308 • Total expenses: $1,680,362
Where does Glen a Taylor Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Minnesota, with a particular focus on the North Mankato area and surrounding communities.
What size grants does Glen a Taylor Foundation award?
In 2024, Glen a Taylor Foundation awarded 35 grants totaling $2.1M — an average of about $61K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Glen a Taylor Foundation's EIN?
Glen a Taylor Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-1737411. 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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