Minnesota Masonic Charities (MMC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Bloomington, Minnesota, at 11501 Masonic Home Drive. Founded in 2005, MMC serves as an umbrella organization that consolidated several long-standing charitable interests of Minnesota Masonry. The organization functions as one of the most influential nonprofit grant makers in Minnesota, providing services and support to Masonic members, their families, and communities throughout the state and beyond.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$29.1M
+88.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$26.7M
+6044.7% YoY
Grant Count
25
+19.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$1.1M
+5061.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
MMC's mission is to enhance the ability of the Fraternity to deliver services and support to its members, their families, and others in communities locally and around the world, guided by Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Education
- Cancer research
- Eldercare
- Children's health
- Community outreach
- Preservation of Minnesota Masonic history
The organization also supports research and activities related to childhood language disorders and mental health issues in youth, and helps students pursue higher education.
Grantmaking
MMC provides significant contributions to positively impact outcomes across its mission areas. The organization offers multiple engagement mechanisms for Masonic members:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Minnesota is the primary geographic focus, though the organization indicates support extends "around the world."
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year Ending 12/31/2024:
| Metric | Amount |
|---|---|
| Direct Public Support | $13,478,154 |
| Government Grants | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $60,475 |
| Total Revenue | $13,538,629 |
| Program/Charitable Expenses | $28,222,204 |
| Management/General Expense | $2,765,849 |
| Fundraising Expense | $177,739 |
| Total Expenses | $31,165,792 |
| Total Assets | $29,117,580 |
The organization also operates Minnesota Masonic Charities Funds (EIN 41-1495321), a related entity with total assets of $144,716,799 as of fiscal year 2023, which manages and administers investments for affiliated organizations.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $29,117,580 | $15,431,114 | $16,075,960 |
| Revenue | $13,538,629 | $838,955 | $1,430,555 |
| Expenses | $31,165,792 | $6,113,259 | $5,514,044 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| 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
106 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Minnesota Masonic Charities
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include University of Minnesota ($26,179,762), The Valley of Rochester Scottish Rite Children's Foundation ($74,000), Cresent Cove ($50,650).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ANNANDALE AREA COMM FOOD SHELF ANNANDALE, MN | FOOD SHELF PROGRAM | $10,000 |
| ACBC EMERGENCY FOOD SHELF ANOKA, MN | FOOD SHELF PROGRAM | $5,500 |
| ALEXANDRA HOUSE INC BLAINE, MN | GENERAL SUPPORT | $7,102 |
| ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION - MNND CHAPTER MINNETONKA, MN | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,499 |
| BUFFALO FOOD SHELF BUFFALO, MN | FOOD SHELF PROGRAM | $10,000 |
| CRESENT COVE BROOKLYN CENTER, MN | GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,650 |
| EAGLES HEALING NEST SAUK CENTER, MN | GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| FACE IT FOUNDATION ST ANTHONY, MN | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| HELPING PAWS INC HOPKINS, MN | GENERAL SUPPORT | $14,337 |
| JOBS DAUGHTERS FOUNDATION OF MN BLOOMINGTON, MN | SCHOLARSHIP | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Mike Senden: Listed as contact person
- Theresa Norman: Director of Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN SCHWIETZ | CEO - CHARITIES | 4 | $370,458 |
| SUE MORK THRU SEPTEMBER 2024 | CFO - CHARITIES | 4 | $247,481 |
| ERIC J NEETENBEEK | PRESIDENT - CHARITIES | 4 | $191,989 |
| BETH SCHROEDER | COO | 4 | — |
| MARKUS MUELLER | FUND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER | 40 | $128,629 |
| MIKE SENDEN | CFO | 4 | $41,645 |
| JOHN L COOK | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| MARY A HANSON | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| STEVEN R JOHNSON | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| SHARON BARLOW THRU APRIL 2024 | WORTHY GRAND MATRON | 1 | — |
| DAYTON BERG THRU APRIL 2024 | GRAND MASTER | 1 | — |
| CJ BRASE | WORTHY GRAND MATRON | 1 | — |
| BARBARA BRIHN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SHAWN CARRICK | DEPUTY GRAND MASTER | 1 | — |
| ROBERT S DAVIS | SENIOR GRAND WARDEN | 1 | — |
| JOHN GANN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVID E OLSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JAMES H PROCTOR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL S ROSENZWEIG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| FOSTER SOLEM | DEPUTY GRAND MASTER | 1 | — |
| KATHLEEN TAYLOR | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DAVID S WETHING | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Masonic Cancer Center announced fall 2025 internal grant awardees
Masonic Cancer Center announces fall 2025 internal grant awardeesSpring 2025 internal grant awardees announced
Masonic Cancer Center announces fall 2025 internal grant awardeesMMC scholarship recipients announced
MMC Scholarship Recipients Announced! - Masonic CharitiesMasons prioritizing ending veteran homelessness initiatives
Masons Prioritize Ending Veteran Homelessness - Masonic CharitiesRecent Masonic Scholars program activity
Recent Masonic Scholars - Minnesota Masonic CharitiesContact Information
- Phone: 952-948-7000 or 952-948-6207
- Address: 11501 Masonic Home Drive, Bloomington, MN 55437-3661
- Website: www.mnmasoniccharities.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Minnesota Masonic Charities fund?
MMC's mission is to enhance the ability of the Fraternity to deliver services and support to its members, their families, and others in communities locally and around the world, guided by Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth. Primary funding focus areas include: • Education • Cancer research • Eldercare • Children's health • Community outreach • Preservation of Minnesota Masonic history The organization also supports research and activities related to childhood language disor…
How do I apply for a grant from Minnesota Masonic Charities?
MMC provides significant contributions to positively impact outcomes across its mission areas. The organization offers multiple engagement mechanisms for Masonic members: • **Matching Grants Program**: Allows lodges and chapters to double the impact of their philanthropic efforts • **Community Scholarships Program**: Supports student educational pursuits • **Volunteer Opportunities**: Encourages fraternal member participation • **Fundraising Events**: Community engagement initiatives • **Planne…
Where does Minnesota Masonic Charities make grants?
Minnesota is the primary geographic focus, though the organization indicates support extends "around the world."
What size grants does Minnesota Masonic Charities award?
In 2024, Minnesota Masonic Charities awarded 25 grants totaling $26.7M — an average of about $1.1M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Minnesota Masonic Charities's EIN?
Minnesota Masonic Charities's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-1495325. 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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