Leadingage Minnesota Foundation
LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is a public charity based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, formed in 2005. It supports initiatives intended to transform and enhance the experience of aging, with work that includes workforce development, service-delivery innovation, and leadership development in aging services.
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation at a glance
In short: Leadingage Minnesota Foundation gave $2.6M across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $520K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,600,000
- +2066.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +150.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $520,000
- +766.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $600,000
- Total assets
- $6,965,289
- -13.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Leadingage Minnesota Foundation
- Contact
Mailing address: 3001 Broadway Street Ne 300, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Phone: (651) 645-4545
Website: https://leadingagemn.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Leadingage Minnesota Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Bethesda ($600K). Together the top 5 received $2.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
149 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 139 grants of 149 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation’s grant opportunities are described as being for Minnesota members. All grant dollars itemized for 2024 went to recipients in Minnesota.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Leadingage Minnesota Foundation gives
- Giving grew 29% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $120K (2023) to $2.6M (2024). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $2.6M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Willmar, MN | General Assistance | $600,000 |
| Guardian Angels of Elk River Elk River, MN | General Assistance | $600,000 |
| St John's Lutheran Home of Albert Lea Albert Lea, MN | General Assistance | $600,000 |
| Perham Health Perham, MN | General Assistance | $400,000 |
| Vivie Foundation Alexandria, MN | General Assistance | $400,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,965,289 | $1,452,524 | $4,206,788 | $2,600,000 | 5 | $186,131 |
| 2023 | $8,042,576 | $5,669,724 | $1,797,036 | $120,000 | 2 | $149,529 |
| 2022 | $4,069,076 | $2,252,639 | $2,307,548 | $630,750 | 26 | $62,322 |
| 2021 | $4,416,842 | $1,994,135 | $3,313,255 | $2,009,500 | 41 | $129,624 |
| 2020 | $5,572,492 | $1,518,891 | $1,689,653 | $665,000 | 75 | $83,940 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s stated mission is to support initiatives designed to transform and enhance the experience of aging. Its stated priorities are catalytic change in building the workforce for tomorrow, advancing new approaches to service delivery, and developing leadership for aging services organizations.
Its programs include Connected Communities, which supports collaborative approaches to aging services, healthcare, and community supports; caregiver training and workforce resources; and leadership development for provider organizations. The Foundation also offers scholarships for caregivers pursuing education and careers in senior care. Its scholarship program is closed and is scheduled to reopen in February 2027.
The Foundation’s 2024 grants included organizations whose missions relate to services for older adults. Guardian Angels of Elk River describes its mission as promoting and administering organizations that provide housing and nursing services to older adults and people with disabilities. Bethesda describes its mission as “serving others together in faith, community, and life.” Vivie Foundation describes its mission as enriching, empowering, and elevating people throughout life’s journey.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Foundation reported five grants totaling $2,600,000. Grants ranged from $400,000 to $600,000, with a median of $600,000. The listed grants were for general assistance:
The Foundation’s website describes funding opportunities for Minnesota members, including Caregiver Support in Times of Uncertainty, Connected Communities, and a pharmacogenomics pilot for nursing homes and assisted-living organizations. It also provides a Grant Grid of funding opportunities for Minnesota senior-care providers. The website does not specify an application process, required materials, or a deadline for these opportunities.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Kari Thurlow as President/CEO; Lindsey Sand as Chair; Jason Anderson as Vice Chair; and Lori Meyer as Senior Vice President and COO. It also lists Sophia Allwood, Matt Anderson, Blake Boche, Bob Dahl, Gayle Kvenvold, and Joel Prevost as directors.
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation is led by Kari Thurlow, President & CEO on every filing since 2022; none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Kari Thurlow
President & CEO
On filings since 2022
$5K (2022) → $0 (2024)
Lindsey Sand
Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2021
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Gayle M. Kvenvold
Director
President & CEO → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
$7K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Joel Prevost
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Matt Anderson
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Blake Boche
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Bob Dahl
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Sophia Allwood
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Lori Meyer
Senior Vice President & COO
On filings since 2020
$19K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Jason Anderson
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Robert M. Dahl (2020–2023) — Chair
- Former: Wayne Olson (2020–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Barbara J. Blumer (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Cheryl Gustason (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Deb Kierstead (2020–2022) — Chief Financial Officer
- Former: Mary Rothchild (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Mary Routhieaux (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Lee R. Larson (2020) — 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 2022 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2022 filing was $39K, to Lori Meyer (Sr VP & COO). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Leadingage Minnesota Foundation
How much does Leadingage Minnesota Foundation give each year?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation gave $2.6M across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $120K across 2 grants.
What is Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's typical grant size?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $600,000, and its average grant was $520,000, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Leadingage Minnesota Foundation give grants?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation gives mostly in Minnesota: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does Leadingage Minnesota Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (5 of 5) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's largest grantees?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Bethesda ($600,000), Guardian Angels of Elk River ($600,000) and St John's Lutheran Home of Albert Lea ($600,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 69% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Leadingage Minnesota Foundation?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation reported $7.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.5M.
What does Leadingage Minnesota Foundation fund?
The Foundation’s stated mission is to support initiatives designed to transform and enhance the experience of aging. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Leadingage Minnesota Foundation?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check leadingagemn.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's EIN?
Leadingage Minnesota Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3879574. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 15, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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