Hardenbergh Foundation
The Hardenbergh Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) foundation based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Established in 1950, it operates as an independent grantmaking foundation dedicated to supporting charitable organizations serving specific geographic regions in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Key facts about Hardenbergh Foundation
- EIN
- 41-6011826
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,800,750
- Grants made (2024)
- 152
- Average grant
- $38,163
- Median grant
- $15,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 17% first-time grantees (26 of 149, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (82% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- The grant application deadline is October 1st annually. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Hardenbergh Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Hardenbergh Foundation's 152 itemized 2024 grants were Minnesota (82%) and Georgia (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were St Paul, MN (83 grants), Minneapolis, MN (14 grants), Stillwater, MN (9 grants) and Bloomington, MN (4 grants). 81% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Is Hardenbergh Foundation open to new grantees?
17%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 26 of 149 grantees (17%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $45K; repeat grants $38K. How we count
Medians: $15K first-time, $15K repeat.
- 72% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+11%). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$5.8M
+9.2% YoY
Grant Count
152
-13.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$38K
+25.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports charitable organizations serving individuals located in the East Twin Cities Metro Area, Ramsey and Washington Counties of Minnesota, and the St. Croix River Valley.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Employment, Education & Training (21%)
- Housing & Support Services (17%)
- Youth (17%)
- Community Support Services (13%)
- Health & Wellness (13%)
- Arts & History (10%)
- Environment Preservation & Education (9%)
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $3,750 to $765,000.
Review Cycle
is October 1st annually.
How to Apply
** The grant application deadline is October 1st annually.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation focuses on charitable organizations serving individuals in:
- East Twin Cities Metro Area
- Ramsey County, Minnesota
- Washington County, Minnesota
- St. Croix River Valley
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 152 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $68,453,242
- Total Revenues: $4,880,926
- Total Expenses: $6,762,246
- Total Giving: $5,800,750
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $70.3M
- Total Revenue: $8.89M
- Total Expenses: $6.05M
- Total Liabilities: $0
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | — | — |
| Revenue | — | — | — |
| Expenses | — | — | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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
833 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Hardenbergh Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Community Dental Care ($765,000), Lutheran Social Services ($392,500 across 4 grants), Listening House ($350,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY DENTAL CARE MAPLEWOOD, MN | NEW FACILITY CAPITAL | $765,000 |
| LISTENING HOUSE ST PAUL, MN | PHASE 2 COMPLETION COSTS | $350,000 |
| HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL INC AMERICUS, GA | THE HEIGHTS HOUSING | $350,000 |
| LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES ST PAUL, MN | CENTER FOR CHANGING LIVES | $350,000 |
| NATIONAL COUNCIL OF YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN CHICAGO, IL | MIDWAY CHILD FAMILY | $260,000 |
| WALKER WEST MUSIC ACADEMY ST PAUL, MN | PHASE II OF YOUR | $250,000 |
| SANNEH FOUNDATION ST PAUL, MN | BUILDING FOR TOMORROW | $215,000 |
| OPEN CUPBOARD OAKDALE, MN | HARVEST MARKET CONSTRUCTION | $210,000 |
| CANVAS HEALTH OAKDALE, MN | BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS & | $177,000 |
| MERRICK COMMUNITY SERVICES SAINT PAUL, MN | TECHNOLOGY UPGRADES | $125,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Tammy Davis Cownie, JD, MACL – President & Chief Executive Officer
- Jeffrey T. Peterson – Director
- John G. Couchman – Director
- Mary Schmid Daugherty – Director
- Glenn E. Johnson – Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jon a Theobald | Vice President/Chairman | 1 | — |
| John G Couchman | Secretary/Director | 1 | — |
| Tamra Davis Cownie | President/CEO | 40 | $182,269 |
| Jeffrey T Peterson | Vice President/Director | 1 | — |
| Mary Schmid Daugherty | Treasurer/Director | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Hardenbergh Foundation 81 East Seventh Street, Suite 125 St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: 651-653-4956 Email: tammy@hardenberghfdn.org Website: hardenberghfoundation.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hardenbergh Foundation fund?
The foundation supports charitable organizations serving individuals located in the East Twin Cities Metro Area, Ramsey and Washington Counties of Minnesota, and the St. Croix River Valley. Primary funding focus areas include: • Employment, Education & Training (21%) • Housing & Support Services (17%) • Youth (17%) • Community Support Services (13%) • Health & Wellness (13%) • Arts & History (10%) • Environment Preservation & Education (9%)
How do I apply for a grant from Hardenbergh Foundation?
The grant application deadline is October 1st annually. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Hardenbergh Foundation make grants?
The foundation focuses on charitable organizations serving individuals in: • East Twin Cities Metro Area • Ramsey County, Minnesota • Washington County, Minnesota • St. Croix River Valley
What size grants does Hardenbergh Foundation award?
In 2024, Hardenbergh Foundation awarded 152 grants totaling $5.8M — an average of about $38K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Hardenbergh Foundation's EIN?
Hardenbergh Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-6011826. 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.