Quick Summary
Name: SKL Family Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $40,000 (2023) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | $10,000 |
| Application Method | Invitation Only / No Public Process |
Contact Details
Based in Nokomis, FL (also associated with Edina, MN) Contact information not publicly available
Geographic Focus
National (United States) - The foundation has made grants across multiple states including:
- California
- District of Columbia
- Iowa
- Maryland
- Minnesota
- North Carolina
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Texas
Cities include: Boone, Brooklyn Park, Crossnore, Hagerstown, Houston, Kutztown, Minneapolis, New York, Novato, Santa Barbara, and Washington.
Funding Priorities
- Education & Youth: Strong support for Gustavus Adolphus College (alma mater of founders)
- Health & Medical Research: Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, V Foundation for Cancer Research, Planned Parenthood
- Community Development: MicroGrants in Minnesota, Mary J. Page Community-University Partnerships Fund (rural communities and sustainable development)
- Humanitarian: American Red Cross, charity:water
- Broad philanthropic interests without specific subject area restrictions
What They Don't Fund
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. They only make contributions to preselected charitable organizations.
Application Method
Invitation Only - The foundation does not accept unsolicited grant applications. All grants are made to preselected organizations chosen by the trustees (Marcia Page Huepenbecker and John Huepenbecker).
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