EIN 82-5085997

The Thielen Foundation

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
0
Year formed
2018
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
The Thielen Foundation serves and inspires those in need, with a mission of equipping and empowering kids to reach their potential in life, with an emphasis on youth development. They believe in the power of sport to unite people and change society. The foundation supports the Salvation Army by providing funding for social services to help Americans overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships. It is located in Minneapolis, MN.
Total revenues
$1,223,984
2023
Total expenses
$441,040
2023
Total assets
$1,856,246
2023
Num. employees
0
2023

Program areas at The Thielen Foundation

Here at The Thielen Foundation, we believe in The power of sport. The power of sport can change our society by showcasing our differences andsimilarities and how we can come together as a team to achieve a greater goal. We also believe The zip code you are born in should notdetermine your future potential which is why we developed The #changethrusport campaign.the #changethrusport program was developed in 2020 to stand in The gap for underserved youth in The upper midwest. The Thielen Foundation boldly puts its passion into action by providing financial support, much needed sports equipment and apparel, along with hope and inspiration for youth to dream big and attain their goals on and off The playing field and set them up for success in life.to date, The Thielen Foundation has donated to youth athletic teams, high schools and organizations that were in dire need of funding and equipment to keep their programming up and to provide consistent training, discipline and positive character building through coaching.
Big brothers big sisters of twin cities:tf's mission perfectly aligns with bbbs of twin cities -- so we were proud to donate The proceeds from The 2023 tf celebrity softball game to this organization that will apply The funds to resources and programs needed for their youth mentorship program -- again, supporting youth in reaching their full potential in life.
Johnson fitness & wellness: tf purchased all new fitness equipment via johnson fitness & wellness for The purpose of renovating The red lake high school weight room for all The student athletes, coaches, student body and community to use. The overall purpose is to be a first-class facility and environment for a community and school who are ecomonically struggling so their students can take pride in their school and want to work out and improve their overall health, fitness and wellness so they can move forward to a successful future.

Grants made by The Thielen Foundation

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin CitiesDonation From Celeb Softball Game To Support BBBS Youth Programming in the Twin Cities.$45,000
Crisis Assistance MinistryDonated Funds To Help Out Families With Kids Who Need Assistance With Rent, Food and Clothing in Charlotte Area.$40,000
The Salvation Army / Territorial HeadquartersAid To Families and Children$19,425
...and 5 more grants made

Who funds The Thielen Foundation

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Minneapolis FoundationDonor-Recommended, Philanthropy$101,250
Hormel Foods Corporation Charitable TrustCommunity Support$37,500
Change Starts with Me$29,145
...and 5 more grants received

Personnel at The Thielen Foundation

NameTitleCompensation
Dave MacLennanCEO, Cargill
Jim SneeCEO, Hormel
Jonathan WeinhagenPresident and CEO, Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce
Ryan EnglebertChief Executive Officer and Founder, Ets Sports Performance
Luke InveissSecretary, Thielen Foundation and Vice President of Marketing, Ifa
...and 5 more key personnel

Financials for The Thielen Foundation

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$891,346
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$3,735
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$78,079
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$32,379
Miscellaneous revenues$218,445
Total revenues$1,223,984

Form 990s for The Thielen Foundation

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-11-06990View PDF
2022-122023-11-14990View PDF
2021-122022-11-14990View PDF
2020-122021-08-05990View PDF
2019-122021-01-21990View PDF
...and 1 more Form 990

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Data update history
November 25, 2024
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $29,145 from Change Starts with Me
August 10, 2024
Received grants
Identified 4 new grant, including a grant for $101,250 from The Minneapolis Foundation
January 5, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
December 25, 2023
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $15,000 from Ray and Kay Eckstein Charitable Trust
November 17, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 13 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsCharities
Issues
No issues found
Characteristics
Provides grantsFundraising eventsState / local levelTax deductible donationsNo full-time employeesAccepts online donations
General information
Address
314 First Ave N Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Metro area
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
County
Hennepin County, MN
Website URL
thielenfoundation.org/ 
Phone
(320) 291-6119
IRS details
EIN
82-5085997
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2018
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
T30: Public Foundations
NAICS code, primary
813211: Grantmaking Foundations
Parent/child status
Independent
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