Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation
The Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Zumbrota, Minnesota. Its stated charitable activities include scholarship programs, contributions to charitable organizations, and support for school programs involving reading, books, child education, and development.
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation gave $265K across 50 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $265,400
- +73.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 50
- +72.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $5,308
- +0.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $2,957,930
- +26.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (92% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 165, Zumbrota, MN 55992-0165
Phone: (612) 963-4234
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Univ of Minnesota Foundation ($25K). Together the top 10 received $102K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($55,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
104 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 103 grants of 104 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Minnesota recipients received 92% of grant dollars. California received 4%, North Dakota 2%, Wisconsin 1%, and South Dakota 1%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 50 itemized grants.
Cities
How Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation gives
- 30% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 483% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 106% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $46K (2021) to $265K (2024). In 2024 it made 50 grants totaling $265K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $55,000 |
| Univ of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MN | Nibbe Scholarship Abroad | $25,000 |
| Lac Qui Parle Valley High School Madison, MN | Support of various school activities and events | $20,000 |
| Guthrie Theater Minneapolis, MN | General contributions | $15,000 |
| Calvary Lutheran Alexandria, MN | Support for Youth programs and food shelf | $7,900 |
| United Way DouglasPope Cty Minneapolis, MN | Douglas and Pope Country | $6,500 |
| Little Eagles Madison, MN | Educational learning program support | $6,300 |
| City of Zumbrota Zumbrota, MN | City Swimming pool fundraiser | $6,000 |
| Adrian Elementary School Adrian, MN | Education and reading program | $5,000 |
| Cannon Falls Elementary Cannon Falls, MN | Education and reading program | $5,000 |
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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 | $2,957,930 | $1,715,278 | $286,318 | $265,400 | 50 | $281,916 | $221,546 | $266,080 |
| 2023 | $2,337,244 | $1,956,969 | $155,254 | $153,060 | 29 | $155,254 | $82,573 | $140,938 |
| 2022 | $1,413,921 | $1,426,194 | $76,374 | $54,960 | 16 | $76,374 | $33,839 | $57,750 |
| 2021 | $1,363,214 | $1,910,507 | $67,703 | $45,500 | 9 | $67,703 | $378,922 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $266K 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
The foundation’s filing describes scholarship support for students and schools, including the New Horizon Scholarship, MSUM Education Scholarship, and University of Minnesota Study Abroad Scholarship. It also reports contributions to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations and grants for school programs.
Its 2024 recipients included organizations serving a range of community needs. HOPE Coalition says it supports people impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and economic hardship. Homeward Animal Shelter says it cares for and places animals for adoption and educates the community about humane animal care. Paws and Claws says it provides shelter and adoption services for companion animals and promotes responsible animal care. Pathways says it provides specialized programs and services related to developmental disabilities, mental health, family support, traumatic brain injury, and child care.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 50 grants totaling $265,400. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $55,000, with a median of $3,000.
Among its largest reported grants were $55,000 to Minnesota State University Moorhead for scholarships and support of its Education Department; $25,000 to the University of Minnesota Foundation for the Nibbe Scholarship Abroad; $20,000 to an individual recipient Parle Valley High School for school activities and events; and $15,000 to Guthrie Theater for general contributions. Other reported grants included $7,900 to Calvary Lutheran for youth programs and a food shelf, and $6,000 to the City of Zumbrota for a swimming pool fundraiser.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Dawn Guse as President, Jay Nibbe as Treasurer, and Carole Jean Nibbe and Jeffrey Nibbe as Directors.
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation is led by Dawn Guse, President since 2024 (on filings since 2021); none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Dawn Guse
President
CEO & President → CEO, 2022
CEO → President, 2024
On filings since 2021
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carole Jean Nibbe
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey Cam Nibbe
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jay Nibbe
Treasurer
Chairman Secretary & Treasurer → Chairman, 2022
Chairman → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation
How much does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation give each year?
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation gave $265K across 50 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $153K across 29 grants.
What is Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $3,000, and its average grant was $5,308, across 50 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation give grants?
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Minnesota: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Madison, MN (5 grants), Alexandria, MN (5 grants), Minneapolis, MN (4 grants) and Zumbrota, MN (4 grants).
Does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 2% of Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 50) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (5 grants).
Who are Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Univ of Minnesota Foundation ($25,000), Lac Qui Parle Valley High School ($20,000) and Guthrie Theater ($15,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($55,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 23% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation?
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation reported $3.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $282K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $266K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing describes scholarship support for students and schools, including the New Horizon Scholarship, MSUM Education Scholarship, and University of Minnesota Study Abroad Scholarship. It also reports contributions to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations and grants for school programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-1316548. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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