MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
SAINT PAUL, MN · Arts, Culture & Humanities
Mission
Using the power of history to transform lives by preserving, sharing, and connecting. The Society preserves the evidence of the past and tells the stories of Minnesota's people. The Society provides opportunities for people of all ages to learn about the history of Minnesota, collects and cares for materials that document human life in Minnesota, makes them known and accessible to people in Minnesota and beyond, and encourages and executes research in Minnesota History.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2025.
Who funds MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
$10.4M in foundation grants on record from 61 funders — from IRS 990 grant line items.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $649K | 2 |
| Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation | $628K | 3 |
| Minneapolis Foundation | $556K | 4 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $467K | 4 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | $325K | 5 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | $198K | 4 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | $149K | 4 |
| George A Macpherson Fund | $120K | 4 |
| Blackbaud Giving Fund | $81K | 2 |
| Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing | $64K | 2 |
Leadership
Kent Whitworth (Principal officer)
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