Nonprofit spending analysis for Minnesota: 85% goes to programs, 11% to administration, 4% to fundraising. Based on 482 organizations.
Among 9,991 nonprofits in Minnesota, 482 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 85% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 11% to administrative costs, and 4% to fundraising activities.
Minnesota nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 85% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 482 organizations collectively manage $202.9B in revenue and $355.0B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Minnesota.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dede Emerson Foundation Inc | 50% | $860K |
| 2 | Witness For Peace | 60% | $293K |
| 3 | Rum Fund | 70% | $590K |
| 4 | Philanthropic Planning Group Of Greater New York Inc | 70% | $210K |
| 5 | Growth & Justice | 70% | $200K |
| 6 | Vibrant Faith Ministries | 70% | $546K |
| 7 | National Association Of Independent Lighting Distributors Inc | 70% | $295K |
| 8 | The Madison Center | 70% | $583K |
| 9 | Srcs Building Company | 70% | $200K |
| 10 | Preserve Appletons Heritage Inc | 70% | $274K |
| 11 | Service Management Group In | 70% | $39.7M |
| 12 | Hmong Education Reform Company | 70% | $5.5M |
| 13 | Carty Heights | 70% | $491K |
| 14 | Place | 70% | $1.5M |
| 15 | Mmfl Inc | 70% | $0 |
| 16 | Young Adult Koinonia | 70% | $561K |
| 17 | Rivers Edge Academy | 70% | $1.3M |
| 18 | Regents Of The University Of Minnesota | 70% | $180K |
| 19 | Potato Association Of America | 70% | $397K |
| 20 | Farms International Inc | 70% | $253K |
On average, Minnesota nonprofits spend 85% on programs, 11% on administration, and 4% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 482 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Minnesota, the average is 85%.
The table above ranks Minnesota nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.