The Berghorst Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Berghorst Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $416,230 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$416,230
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$14.0 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was up from $378,600 the year before.
45% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $300,835 | 52 | $10.9 million |
| 2023 | $378,100 | 52 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $378,600 | 62 | $13.3 million |
| 2025 | $416,230 | 23 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
The Berghorst Foundation Inc 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 Berghorst Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $184,030 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 9 | $86,200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vero Beach Museum of Art Inc | Capital Campaign | $125,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Near North Montessori School | General & Unrestricted | $51,800 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Ga Chapter | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Riverside Theatre Inc | Luncheon Children's Program | $15,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art Inc | Athena Society and Directors Platinum Society fund | $15,000 |
| Riverside Theatre Inc | Patron Producer fund | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Indian River County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Braven Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Erikas Lighthouse A Beacon of Hope for Adolescent | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Johns Island Community Service League | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of Michigan | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North Shore Country Day School | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Childcare Resources of Indian River Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Vero Classical School | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Chicago Public Media Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Alzheimer-Parkinson Association of Irc Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,030 |
| North Shore Senior Center | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Club Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cara Program | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Christ Episcopal Church of Winnetka | Hymnathon fund | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander Berghorst
- D Theodore Berghorst
- Deborah H Berghorst
- Lisa Berghorst
- Sarah H Berghorst
Questions people ask
Does The Berghorst Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Berghorst Foundation Inc give?
$416,230 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Berghorst Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander Berghorst (VP, Dir), D Theodore Berghorst (Pres, Dir, Treas), Deborah H Berghorst (Dir, VP, Sec) and Lisa Berghorst (VP, Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Berghorst Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.