Bergelectric Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bergelectric Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Carlsbad, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $613,075 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$613,075
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$678,642
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2025 was up from $440,190 the year before.
76% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $413,600 | 21 | $654,145 |
| 2024 | $440,190 | 57 | $722,833 |
| 2025 | $613,075 | 57 | $678,642 |
How to apply
Bergelectric Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bergelectric Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 28 | $255,750 |
| Colorado | 4 | $84,500 |
| New York | 2 | $75,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $44,575 |
| Oregon | 5 | $42,500 |
| Arizona | 4 | $37,750 |
| Nevada | 6 | $37,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $16,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $12,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Ms Society | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation of America | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Choc Foundation | Charitable | $45,000 |
| One Tail at A Time | Charitable | $30,500 |
| Uc Davis Foundation | Charitable | $26,000 |
| Sojourn Center | Charitable | $25,750 |
| Choc Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Southern California Grant Makers | Charitable | $25,000 |
| South Denver Heart Center Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation of America | Charitable | $25,000 |
| World Relief Western Wa | Charitable | $21,300 |
| The Campanile Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable | $18,275 |
| Roc Solid Foundation | Charitable | $16,500 |
| Neighborhood House Assoc | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Merica Strong | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Lions Tigers & Bears | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Agc Workforce Foundation | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Andersen Construction Foundation - Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Food for Thought | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Charitable | $6,625 |
| Rescue Mission Alliance Valley Food Bank | Charitable | $6,625 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater San Diego | Charitable | $6,250 |
| Team River Runner | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Home Base Arizona | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Birch Community Services | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Heart Assoc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Stand Up for Kids | Charitable | $5,000 |
| ND Restore | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Veteran Sailing | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Veterans Village of San Diego | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Arizona Small Dogs Rescue | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Soldier's Best Friend | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Society of St Vincent Depaul - PHX | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Cops 4 Kids Communities | Charitable | $4,000 |
| American Heart Assoc | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Rancho Cordova Pal | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Helping Hands of Vegas Valley | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Casa de Amparo | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Trivoli
- Tomasa Trejo
- Justin Knippel
- Tami Lawson
- Cheryl Russell
- Linh Paull
- Hans Erickson
Questions people ask
Does Bergelectric Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bergelectric Charitable Foundation give?
$613,075 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bergelectric Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Trivoli (Cfo), Tomasa Trejo (Secretary), Justin Knippel (Chairman of the Board) and Tami Lawson (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Bergelectric Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, community development and human services.