Berglund Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Berglund Family Foundation is a private foundation in Littleton, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $169,280 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$169,280
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$998,462
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,005 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $60,280 | 39 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $78,005 | 43 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $169,280 | 45 | $998,462 |
How to apply
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 Berglund Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 20 | $114,050 |
| Texas | 4 | $23,000 |
| California | 5 | $18,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $2,450 |
| Virginia | 4 | $2,200 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,680 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Uplift | Educational & religious | $75,000 |
| East West Ministries | Religious ministry | $10,000 |
| Urban Youth Ministries | Developing spiritual leaders | $10,000 |
| Elevate Charities | Elevate condition & quality of life | $6,500 |
| Brave Church | Religious ministry | $6,000 |
| David Horowitz Freedom Center | Defend free societies under attack | $5,000 |
| Hope Haven | Educational & religious | $5,000 |
| Seed Company | Biblical scripture translation | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Promote princip of fiscal responsibi | $5,000 |
| Promise Keepers | Building up godly men for a better t | $4,500 |
| First Liberty Institute | Fighting for religious liberty | $4,000 |
| Jeremiah's Hope | Faith based job skills training prog | $4,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Conservative digital media | $4,000 |
| Nextgen Education Fund | Promote youth civic engagement | $3,500 |
| Parents Television Council | Advocating responsible entertainment | $2,000 |
| World Vision | Provide food and shelter for childre | $1,680 |
| Individual | $1,500 | |
| Project 127 | Supported family for every child | $1,500 |
| Center for Urban Renewal & Educatio | Fighting poverty, restoring dignity | $1,100 |
| Centennial Institute | Mobilize ideas on faith & family | $1,000 |
| Cherry Hills Village Elementary | Public school education | $1,000 |
| Colorado Christian University | Educational & religious | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Meet worldwide human need w/ dignity | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Honoring america's first responders | $1,000 |
| Valkyrie Gives | Global fight against child trafficki | $1,000 |
| Valor Spain Camino | Religious pilgrimage ministry | $1,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Reaching youth with hope of jesus | $1,000 |
| Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation | Promote physical, emotional & social | $500 |
| K-Love | Christian radio ministry | $500 |
| Project Veritas | Investigate & expose misconduct in g | $500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Religious ministry | $500 |
| Young American's Foundation | Promotg conservative values in youth | $500 |
| Angel Tree | Prison ministry | $400 |
| Prison Fellowship | Prison ministry | $400 |
| The Hundred Club | Support family of fallen first respo | $350 |
| Agape House of Precott | God's love and support for families | $300 |
| Citizens United Foundation | Promoting traditional american value | $300 |
| Economic Literacy Colorado | Teach crucial economic life skills | $300 |
| Judicial Watch | Promoting integrity in government | $300 |
| Leadership Institute | Promoting conservative activists | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerry Berglund
- Martha Berglund
- Beau Russell Berglund
- Bret Ryan Berglund
Questions people ask
Does Berglund Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Berglund Family Foundation give?
$169,280 in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Berglund Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jerry Berglund (Director), Martha Berglund (Director), Beau Russell Berglund (Director) and Bret Ryan Berglund (Director).
What does Berglund Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.