Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund
The mission of the organization is to support the cancer community in Minnesota by funding research, prevention, treatment and community outreach programs relating to cancer.
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund at a glance
In short: Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund gave $1.4M across 8 grants in 2026 (avg $175K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $1,401,487
- +8.3% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 8
- -27.3% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $175,186
- +48.9% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $13,188
- Total assets
- $254,416
- -27.9% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was University of Minnesota Foundation ($1.3M). Together the top 8 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
44 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 44 (77%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund gives
- Giving grew 41% from 2023 to 2026. 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 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $449K (2021) to $1.4M (2026). In 2026 it made 8 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation Minneapolis, MN | Cancer Research | $1,272,356 |
| Minnesota Firefighters Foundation Otsego, MN | Preventer Hoods | $63,750 |
| Camp Breakaway Apple Valley, MN | Paid Camp for Kids | $15,000 |
| Quiet Oaks House & Respite Care St Cloud, MN | Food for Families | $15,000 |
| Vranicare Chaska, MN | Patient Care Package | $11,375 |
| Camp Kesem - University of MN Minneapolis, MN | Paid Camp for Kids | $10,000 |
| Crescent Cove Brooklyn Center, MN | Medical Bed | $8,806 |
| Breast Cancer Education Foundation Roseville, MN | Breat Cancer Awarene | $5,200 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $254,416 | $1,402,656 | $1,510,453 | $1,401,487 | 8 | $12,148 |
| 2025 | $352,713 | $1,416,346 | $1,397,304 | $1,294,368 | 11 | $20,011 |
| 2024 | $315,171 | $1,281,699 | $1,250,383 | $1,080,247 | 9 | $10,512 |
| 2023 | $267,755 | $1,112,030 | $1,072,619 | $997,249 | 8 | $3,079 |
| 2022 | $226,344 | $881,869 | $861,267 | $778,004 | 8 | $1,387 |
| 2021 | $235,742 | $493,652 | $499,170 | $448,795 | 8 | $1,222 |
| 2020 | $328,991 | $1,056,824 | $1,082,527 | $1,017,899 | 29 | $9,136 |
About Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund
Based on IRS filings
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund is a public charity focused on Medical Research, based in Minnetonka, MN. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $254K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 8 grants totaling $1.4M. Net investment income was $12K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund is led by Randy Shaver, President on every filing since 2020; 2 of 23 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Randy Shaver
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$2K (2026)
Roseann Giovanatto-Shaver
Executive Di
Vice President, Secretary & Treasurer → Executive Di, 2025
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$17K (2020) → $21K (2026)
Dina Curran
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Spencer
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Migliori
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Tedford
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Byrne
Executive Bo
Executive Board Member → Executive Bo, 2025
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Beau Labore
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Benjamin Mitlyng
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dave Nelson
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maggie Peterson
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rob Shaver
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tammy Skaja
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Skaja
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Star
Board Member
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam Spurrell
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Michaelson
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dale Pierskalla
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dave Curran
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Derek Madden
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Doug Carter
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jon Bakken
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tammy Retka
Board Member
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (17)
- Former: Nathan Allen (2020–2025) — Board Member
- Former: Andy Schornack (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Andy Voit (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Christine Raskob (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Jenny Stendahl (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Joanna Perkins (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Lea Spiess (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Lindsay Vandanacker (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Lori Spiess (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Mike Schmidt (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Yvette Woell (2025) — Board Member
- Former: Chris Knoedler (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: David Curran (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Lisa Baskfield (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Mike Gallagher (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Barb Bowers (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Warren McGuire (2020–2022) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $21K, to Roseann Giovanatto-Shaver (Executive Di). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund
How much does Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund give each year?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund gave $1.4M across 8 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. In 2025 it gave $1.3M across 11 grants.
What is Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's typical grant size?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's median grant in 2026 was $13,188, and its average grant was $175,186, across 8 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990.
Where does Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund give grants?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund gives mostly in Minnesota: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Minneapolis, MN (2 grants).
Does Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 8 grants with a stated purpose on Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's 2026 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's largest grantees?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's largest 2026 grantees include University of Minnesota Foundation ($1,272,356), Minnesota Firefighters Foundation ($63,750) and Camp Breakaway ($15,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. Together they received 96% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund reported $254K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.4M.
What is Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund is a public charity focused on Medical Research, based in Minnetonka, MN. It holds $254K in total assets as of 2026.
What is Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's EIN?
Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-0476510. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 28, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS April 23, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS September 28, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 28, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 4, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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