Groundbreak Coalition
Groundbreak Coalition will work to foster and promote a more inclusive, just, equitable, and climate-ready future by, among other things, developing, supporting, and applying transformational solutions designed to address pressing societal, economic and environmental challenges faced by vulnerable and other disadvantaged populations, including those who have faced historic discrimination and exclusion, and accelerate community development in the minneapolis-st. Paul, Minnesota region and beyond through grantmaking, educational activities, and innovative funding mechanisms.
Key facts about Groundbreak Coalition
In short: Groundbreak Coalition gave $1.6M across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $1.6M), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- EIN
- 99-3615471
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,590,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $1,590,000
- Median grant
- $1,590,000
- Total assets
- $25,997,809
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990 · View filing
Total Assets
$26.0M
Annual Giving
$1.6M
Grant Count
1
Avg Grant Size
$1.6M
About Groundbreak Coalition
Based on IRS filings
Groundbreak Coalition is a public charity, based in Minneapolis, MN. IRS filing data is available for 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $26.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $1.6M. Net investment income was $350K.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $1.6M.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was TCHFH Lending Inc ($1.6M).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TCHFH Lending Inc St. Paul, MN | Support of Groundbreak Coalition Program | $1,590,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Total Assets | $25,997,809 |
| Revenue | $25,504,886 |
| Expenses | $3,380,127 |
| Net Investment Income | $350,184 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 10, 2026)
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Groundbreak Coalition is led by Tonya Allen, Chair on the 2024 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tonya Allen
Chair
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Adair Mosley
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rt Rybak
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024. "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 Groundbreak Coalition
How much does Groundbreak Coalition give each year?
Groundbreak Coalition gave $1.6M across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is Groundbreak Coalition?
Groundbreak Coalition reported $26.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $25.5M.
Where does Groundbreak Coalition operate?
Groundbreak Coalition has awarded grants in Minnesota.
What is Groundbreak Coalition's EIN?
Groundbreak Coalition's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-3615471. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
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