Groves Foundation
The Groves Foundation is a private foundation based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, established in 1955. The foundation was inspired by Frank M. Groves' desire to help people with disabilities, particularly motivated by his daughter Mary Groves Anderson, who lived with cerebral palsy. The foundation's first beneficiary was the Cerebral Palsy Association, which has since evolved into AccessAbility Inc.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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Annual Giving
$360K
-12.9% YoY
Grant Count
19
-24.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$19K
+14.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Groves Foundation is committed to enriching the lives and wellbeing of community members in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. The foundation's primary focus is providing unique opportunities for individuals and families affected by cognitive and physical disabilities.
Rather than supporting general operating funds or building funds, the foundation prefers to identify and fund programs that serve a specific purpose within the disability services sector. The foundation emphasizes building strong and lasting relationships with local charities, hospitals, and organizations.
Grantmaking
The foundation made 21 grants in fiscal year 2024. Grant types include youth program support grants, equipment grants, transition program grants, scholarships for camp programs, research fellowships, and program sponsorship grants.
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Minnesota, with a particular emphasis on the Twin Cities area.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Assets: $9,143,522
- Total Revenues: $275,524
- Total Expenses: $548,411
- Total Giving: $359,548
As of Fiscal Year 2023:
- Total Assets: $9.4 million
- Total Revenues: $252,000
- Total Expenses: $601,000
The foundation has zero liabilities and operates with no employees.
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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
106 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include AccessAbility Inc ($75,000), Groves Academy (GLO) ($75,000), Shriners Childrens - Twin Cities ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AccessAbility Inc Minneapolis, MN | Operating Grant | $75,000 |
| AccessAbility Inc Minneapolis, MN | Evening Stars Program | $3,000 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN | CLASS Assistance Fund | $15,000 |
| Fraser Minneapolis, MN | Music Program | $10,000 |
| Fraser Minneapolis, MN | Additional Music Instruments | $1,500 |
| Groves Academy (GLO) St Louis Park, MN | Scholarship Assistance | $75,000 |
| Irondale - FRC Team 2052 Saint Paul, MN | Program Grant | $10,000 |
| Laura Baker Service Association Northfield, MN | Creative Arts Program | $2,500 |
| Minnesota Private College Fund Saint Paul, MN | Scholarship Program | $10,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MN | Pediatric Dermatology Specialty Care Fund | $35,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- F.N. Groves Jr. – President/Executive Director/Trustee
- D.F. Cmiel – Secretary/Assistant Treasurer
- T. Asgrimson – Trustee
- T. Hartstein – Trustee
- C. Gangelhoff – Trustee
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| F N GROVES JR | PresEx Dir | 40 | $77,700 |
| D F CMIEL | SecrearyAsst Treas | 40 | $69,825 |
| T ASGRIMSON | Trustee | — | — |
| T HARTSTEIN | Trustee | — | — |
| C GANGELHOFF | Trustee | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Groves Foundation fund?
The Groves Foundation is committed to enriching the lives and wellbeing of community members in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. The foundation's primary focus is providing unique opportunities for individuals and families affected by cognitive and physical disabilities. Rather than supporting general operating funds or building funds, the foundation prefers to identify and fund programs that serve a specific purpose within the disability services sector. The foundation emphasizes buil…
How do I apply for a grant from Groves Foundation?
The foundation made 21 grants in fiscal year 2024. Grant types include youth program support grants, equipment grants, transition program grants, scholarships for camp programs, research fellowships, and program sponsorship grants. **Grant Amounts:** • Median grant: $10,000 • Maximum grant: $75,000 • Range: $369–$150,000 **Recent Grantees (2024):** • AccessAbility Inc. ($75,000 operating grant) • University of Minnesota Foundation ($35,000 for Pediatric Dermatology Specialty Care Fund) • We Can…
Where does Groves Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Minnesota, with a particular emphasis on the Twin Cities area.
What size grants does Groves Foundation award?
In 2024, Groves Foundation awarded 19 grants totaling $360K — an average of about $19K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Groves Foundation's EIN?
Groves Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-6038512. 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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