Also known as: Scientists Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 472340029) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, Firefly Scientists Foundation reported 48 grants totaling $3,642,400 to 48 organizations across 18 states and territories. Its largest reported grant was $450,000 to Minnesota Opera.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Opera | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $450,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | NEW YORK, NY | $300,000 |
| Dodge Nature Center | WEST ST PAUL, MN | $250,000 |
| Leland Stanford Junior University | STANFORD, CA | $200,000 |
| Classical Tahoe | INCLINE VILLAGE, NV | $187,000 |
| Hugs Cafe | MCKINNEY, TX | $125,000 |
| Walker West Music Academy | ST PAUL, MN | $125,000 |
| Access Ability WI Inc | VERONA, WI | $121,000 |
| Friends of the Arava Institute | NEWTON CENTRE, MA | $100,000 |
| Artists Breaking Limits & Expectations | CHICAGO, IL | $85,000 |
| Highland Friendship Club | ST PAUL, MN | $85,000 |
| Young Dance | ST PAUL, MN | $80,000 |
| Partnership Resources Inc | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $75,000 |
| MI Work Matters | LIVONIA, MI | $70,000 |
| Springboard for the Arts | ST PAUL, MN | $70,000 |
| Carrusel EN LA Sebastiana Corp | GUAYNABO, PR | $65,000 |
| International Association for Spelling AS Communication | HERNDON, VA | $60,000 |
| Best Prep | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | $56,000 |
| True Tales Live | BARRINGTON, NH | $55,000 |
| Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest | CLERMONT, KY | $50,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch Jewish Educational Center | ST PAUL, MN | $50,000 |
| Friendship Circle of Washington | MERCER ISLAND, WA | $50,000 |
| Kairos Alive | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $50,000 |
| Marnita's Table | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $50,000 |
| Mnprov | ST PAUL, MN | $50,000 |
| Omnium Circus | BROOKLYN, NY | $50,000 |
| Opera Theatre of ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $50,000 |
| Reve Academy | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $50,000 |
| Safe Toddles Inc | NEW YORK, NY | $50,000 |
| Variety the Children's Charity of ST Louis | ST LOUIS, MO | $50,000 |
| Lift for Life Academy | ST LOUIS, MO | $42,000 |
| American Dance Wheels Foundation | BALACYNWYD, PA | $38,000 |
| Disability Belongs | FREDERICKSBURG, VA | $38,000 |
| Highland Popcorn | ST PAUL, MN | $37,000 |
| Hennepin Theater Trust | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $36,000 |
| Arts in Motion Studio | BRENTWOOD, MO | $35,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL | $35,000 |
| Winters Center for Autism | WEST BABYLON, NY | $35,000 |
| Arts for All Kentucky | MURRAY, KY | $33,000 |
| NO Limits Cafe | RED BANK, NJ | $30,000 |
| Elpis Enterprises | ST PAUL, MN | $27,000 |
| Hugh E Sandefur Training Center | HENDERSON, KY | $25,000 |
| Valley Friendship Club | STILLWATER, MN | $25,000 |
| Vetri Community Partnership | PHILADELPHIA, PA | $22,400 |
| Adaptive Outdoor Education Center | CARRABASSETT VALLEY, ME | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Independence College & Community | RICHFIELD, MN | $20,000 |
| Alive & Kickin | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $10,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
