Bergman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bergman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carlsbad, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,100 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$39,100
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$821,115
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $30,000 | 7 | $566 |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 8 | $781,652 |
| 2025 | $39,100 | 11 | $821,115 |
How to apply
Bergman Family 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.
What Bergman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 3 | $16,000 |
| Nebraska | 3 | $10,600 |
| Arizona | 3 | $7,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Step Foundation | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Benedictine College | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Creighton University | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Marian High School | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Prescott Sunup Rotary Club | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Sacred Heart Parish | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Baileyville Benefit Group | Charitable | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Boys Town | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Winterscheidt
- Heather Efaw
- Heidi Hong
Questions people ask
Does Bergman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bergman Family Foundation give?
$39,100 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Bergman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca Winterscheidt (President), Heather Efaw (Director) and Heidi Hong (Director).
What does Bergman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.