Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation
The Joseph C and Lillian A Duke Foundation is a private foundation based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It made 18 grants totaling $145,000 in 2024, with all grant dollars going to Minnesota recipients.
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation at a glance
In short: Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation gave $145K across 18 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in Minnesota. 33% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $145,000
- +36.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 18
- +38.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,056
- -1.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $8,750
- Total assets
- $1,312,635
- -1.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (6 of 18, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It directs applicants to contact the listed contact; the filing says to contact that person regarding forms and materials. It identifies services in St. Paul and Ramsey, Washington, Dakota, Chisago, and eastern Anoka counties. Award restrictions listed in the filing are heart healthcare, hearing and sight impairments, cancer treatment, public broadcasting, Christian community services, children and youth achievement, and Olympic sports.
- Review Cycle
- The 2024 filing lists May 1st; it does not specify a year.
- Deadline
- The 2024 filing lists May 1st; it does not specify a year.
- Contact
Application contact: Brooke Degnan Co U S Bank
Mailing address: 800 Nicollet Mall Ste 800, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: (612) 303-2848
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Communities in Schools of the Twin Citie ($15K). Together the top 10 received $103K.
Grant Size Distribution
79 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 79 grants of 79 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing identifies services in St. Paul and Ramsey, Washington, Dakota, Chisago, and eastern Anoka counties. All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Minnesota.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 18 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. With only 18 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $9K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 39% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 51% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 179% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $71K (2020) to $145K (2024). In 2024 it made 18 grants totaling $145K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Communities in Schools of the Twin Citie St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $15,000 |
| Our Lady of Peace Home St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission Association -- St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Can Do Canines New Hope, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Social Service St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| 180 Degrees Inc Minneapolis, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Computers for Schools St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Model Cities of St Paul Inc St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $10,000 |
| The St Paul Conservatory of Music St. Paul, MN | General Operating | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,312,635 | $151,485 | $174,254 | $145,000 | 18 | $153,116 | $52,644 | $85,706 |
| 2023 | $1,335,008 | $88,227 | $135,627 | $106,500 | 13 | $114,403 | $19,946 | $77,416 |
| 2022 | $1,382,832 | $157,436 | $119,459 | $88,500 | 13 | $97,656 | $90,401 | $77,912 |
| 2021 | $1,344,853 | $124,729 | $126,623 | $96,000 | 18 | $104,225 | $55,992 | $87,579 |
| 2020 | $1,346,747 | $119,969 | $105,594 | $71,000 | 17 | — | $33,089 | $71,647 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation reported a distributable amount of $86K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. The 2024 filing lists the areas above as restrictions on awards. The grants and grantee descriptions show support for a range of Minnesota organizations. For example, Can Do Canines says it creates partnerships with specially trained dogs to transform people’s lives; Minnesota Computers for Schools says it works to create digital equity for students through technology access and related programs; and the St. Paul Conservatory of Music says it provides music education and performance experiences to students of all ages and backgrounds.
Other 2024 grantees describe work with youth, families, and communities. Model Cities of St. Paul says it promotes social and economic prosperity by developing and stabilizing families and communities. 180 Degrees says it helps youth, families, and adults overcome barriers and contribute to healthy, multicultural communities. Community Partners with Youth describes providing children a safe, nurturing environment to develop academic and social skills. Peacemaker Minnesota says it helps schools become safer and teaches youth positive relational skills, while Urban Roots MN says it empowers youth through nature, healthy food, and community.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 18 grants totaling $145,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $15,000, with a median of $8,750. All 18 listed grants were to Minnesota recipients; the largest was $15,000 to Communities in Schools of the Twin Cities for general operating support. Other grants of $10,000 each went to Our Lady of Peace Home, Twin Cities Public Television, Union Gospel Mission Association, Can Do Canines, Lutheran Social Service, 180 Degrees, Minnesota Computers for Schools, and Model Cities of St. Paul. The St. Paul Conservatory of Music and Community Partners with Youth each received $7,500.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Kay Ross as president, Karen Basset as secretary, Shehla Tauscher and Alison Midden as directors, and Kim Debaere as treasurer.
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation is led by Kay Ross, President on every filing since 2020; 4 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Kay Ross
President
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $1K (2024)
Alison Midden
Director
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $1K (2024)
Shehla Tauscher
Director
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $1K (2024)
Kim Debaere
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $1K (2024)
Karen Basset
Secretary
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Sally Godfrey (2020–2022) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $1K, to Kay Ross (President). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation
How much does Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation give each year?
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation gave $145K across 18 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $107K across 13 grants.
What is Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's typical grant size?
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $8,750, and its average grant was $8,056, across 18 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation that year got $7K on average.
Where does Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation give grants?
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation gives mostly in Minnesota: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were St. Paul, MN (13 grants) and Minneapolis, MN (2 grants).
Does Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (18 of 18) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's largest grantees?
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Communities in Schools of the Twin Citie ($15,000), Our Lady of Peace Home ($10,000) and Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 24% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation?
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation reported $1.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $153K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $86K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. The 2024 filing lists the areas above as restrictions on awards. The grants and grantee descriptions show support for a range of Minnesota organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation?
The 2024 filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's EIN?
Joseph C and Lillian a Duke Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-6032057. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 20, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 10, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 26, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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