The Berglund Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Berglund Family Foundation is a private foundation in Capitola, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $276,667. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$276,667
- Assets$17.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $769,450 the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $769,450 | 9 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 11 | $17.5 million |
How to apply
The Berglund 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 The Berglund Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $410,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $276,667 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $159,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $118,400 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Save the Children | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $276,667 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $250,000 |
| The American Chestnut Foundation | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $159,500 |
| Marine Mammal Center | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $125,000 |
| Rural Health Care Initiative | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $117,900 |
| Bat Conservation International | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $100,000 |
| Eastside College Preparatory | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $35,000 |
| Battleship New Jersey | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Kids Need to Read | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $1,000 |
| Montpelier Foundation | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $1,000 |
| Washington County Historical Societ | Contribution supporting charitable organization's exempt purpose. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Berglund
- Sandra Berglund
- Eric W Berglund
- Christopher A Berglund
Questions people ask
Does The Berglund Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Berglund Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Berglund Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Berglund (CFO/Sec/Directr), Sandra Berglund (President/Direc), Eric W Berglund (Director) and Christopher A Berglund (Director).
What does The Berglund Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and youth programs.