The Calvary Group
To educate and train residents of North Minneapolis and beyond about sustainable horticulture practices and to promote health and economic opportunity within traditionally disenfranchised communities by establishing community gardens. These community gardens will become living classrooms for community members especially youth and young adults to learn about nutrition and agriculture-related professions participate in mentorship programs and provide gateways to economic opportunity within the food distribution system. Additionally we will address related issues like environmental and climate concerns that impact gardening and agriculture while providing jobs and a pathway to generational wealth building.
The Calvary Group at a glance
In short: The Calvary Group gave $60K across 1 grant in 2023 (avg $60K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $60,100
- Grants made (2023)
- 1
- Average grant
- $60,100
- Median grant
- $60,100
- Total assets
- $239,342
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who The Calvary Group funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Youthprise ($60K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2023 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2023 it made 1 grant totaling $60K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youthprise Minneapolis, MN | youth job salaries for environment program | $60,100 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $239,342 | $287,689 | $187,601 | $60,100 | 1 |
About The Calvary Group
Based on IRS filings
The Calvary Group is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Minneapolis, MN. IRS filing data is available for 2023. As of 2023, the organization holds $239K in total assets. In 2023, it awarded 1 grant totaling $60K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Calvary Group is led by Michael Chaney, Executive Director on the 2023 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Michael Chaney
Executive Director
New on the 2023 filing
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Catherine Fleming
CFO Treasurer
New on the 2023 filing
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Malcolm Cox El
Operations Manager
New on the 2023 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023. "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 The Calvary Group
How much does The Calvary Group give each year?
The Calvary Group gave $60K across 1 grant in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Calvary Group?
The Calvary Group reported $239K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $288K.
What is The Calvary Group?
The Calvary Group is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Minneapolis, MN. It holds $239K in total assets as of 2023.
Where does The Calvary Group operate?
The Calvary Group has awarded grants in Minnesota.
What is The Calvary Group's EIN?
The Calvary Group's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4183605. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS December 16, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2023
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