Hearth Connection is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1999 and headquartered in Saint Paul. The organization operates as an intermediary between federal, state, and county government, philanthropic partners, and community-based organizations working to address homelessness and housing instability across Minnesota.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.5M
+20.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$12.0M
+10.1% YoY
Grant Count
35
+6.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$342K
+3.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: Build relationships, resources, infrastructure, and understanding so that no one in Minnesota remains homeless, and people who were previously homeless can prosper.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Supportive housing services and development
- Housing and shelter services
- Management and technical assistance for nonprofit partners
- Human services and poverty alleviation
- Grantmaking and philanthropic support
Hearth Connection works across 46 counties in Minnesota, providing funding and administrative support to community organizations. The organization emphasizes evidence-based supportive housing practices, with research showing participants experience improved functioning including measurable reductions in mental health symptoms and decreased use of alcohol and drugs.
Grantmaking
Hearth Connection distributes significant grant funding to support its network of service providers. In 2023, the organization made grants totaling approximately $10.9 million.
Grant Range
** Typical awards range from approximately $6,780 to $3,205,178.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Hearth Connection operates across 46 counties in Minnesota, with particular focus on four regional service areas:
- Metro Minnesota
- Northeastern Minnesota
- Southeastern Minnesota
- Central Minnesota
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2023):
- Total Assets: $1,251,935
- Total Revenue: $12,804,118
- Total Expenses: $12,800,392
- Total Liabilities: $403,000
- Total Giving: $10,886,384
Staffing: The organization employs approximately 19 employees as of 2023.
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since August 1999; donations are tax-deductible.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,506,305 | $1,251,935 | $2,575,145 |
| Revenue | $14,026,896 | $12,804,118 | $13,144,302 |
| Expenses | $14,002,738 | $12,800,392 | $13,700,110 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $16,837 | $2,346 | $1,020 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
184 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Guild Incorporated ($1,765,415), Resource Inc (avivo) ($1,682,544), Phia T Xiong & Jeff D Spencer Foundation ($1,127,016).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MN COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS ST PAUL, MN | SUPPORT OF THEIR STRATEGIC PLANNING | $29,000 |
| GUILD INCORPORATED ST PAUL, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $1,765,415 |
| RESOURCE INC (AVIVO) MINNEAPOLIS, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $1,682,544 |
| PHIA T XIONG & JEFF D SPENCER FOUNDATION ST PAUL, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $1,127,016 |
| AMHERST H WILDER FOUNDATION ST PAUL, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $976,976 |
| LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE OF MINNESOTA ST PAUL, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $818,873 |
| PEOPLE INCORPORATED ST PAUL, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $784,369 |
| BLUE EARTH COUNTY MANKATO, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $739,741 |
| HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CENTER DULUTH, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $529,828 |
| ZUMBRO VALLEY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC ROCHESTER, MN | RENTAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING | $430,663 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Current Leadership:
- Kristine Davis: Executive Director (joined November 2025)
- Laura R Craig: Chief Program Officer (joined December 2025)
- Sarah Koschinska: Director
Board Members:
- Rick Kahn
- Julie Grothe
Historical Leadership:
- Marcus Schmit: Director (referenced in earlier filings)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARCUS SCHMIT | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $154,787 |
| ERIC HANDS | DIRECTOR OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT | 40 | $110,358 |
| KRISTINE DAVIS | DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $116,725 |
| WINDA ROETS | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 40 | $85,824 |
| MARLENA JASCH | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $1,200 |
| SAM SMITH | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| JULIE GROTHE | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| STACY WELLS | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| RYAN ROBINSON | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| ED ARIAS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MARY BOGIE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL DAHL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BUKATA HAYES | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KELLI JOHNSON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RICK KAHN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MEREDITH VADIS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STACY WADE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ANGELA WILHIGHT | BOARD MEMBER (TERMED 12/31) | 1 | — |
| MARIE ZIMMERMAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hearth Connection fund?
**Mission Statement:** Build relationships, resources, infrastructure, and understanding so that no one in Minnesota remains homeless, and people who were previously homeless can prosper. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Supportive housing services and development • Housing and shelter services • Management and technical assistance for nonprofit partners • Human services and poverty alleviation • Grantmaking and philanthropic support Hearth Connection works across 46 counties in Minnesota, providing …
How do I apply for a grant from Hearth Connection?
Hearth Connection distributes significant grant funding to support its network of service providers. In 2023, the organization made grants totaling approximately $10.9 million. **Recent Grant Activity (2023):** • Guild: $2,025,610 for Rental Assistance and Supportive Housing • Avivo: Grant amount listed but description incomplete in available data **Grant Range:** Typical awards range from approximately $6,780 to $3,205,178. The organization manages funding for four regional collaboratives serv…
Where does Hearth Connection make grants?
Hearth Connection operates across **46 counties in Minnesota**, with particular focus on four regional service areas: • Metro Minnesota • Northeastern Minnesota • Southeastern Minnesota • Central Minnesota
What size grants does Hearth Connection award?
In 2024, Hearth Connection awarded 35 grants totaling $12.0M — an average of about $342K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Hearth Connection's EIN?
Hearth Connection's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-1945956. 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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