Bergstrom Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bergstrom Foundation is a private foundation in Key Colony Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $591,168 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 | $245,096 | 20 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $591,168 | 21 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 24 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Bergstrom 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 Bergstrom Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $2.0 million |
| Iowa | 2 | $163,665 |
| Florida | 6 | $20,300 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,363 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northshore Hospitals Foundation | General operating support - medical | $2.0 million |
| Iowa State University Foundation | General operating support - education | $136,665 |
| Centennial United Methodist Church | General operating support - religious | $27,000 |
| Baptist Health South Florida Foundation Inc | General operating support - arts | $11,000 |
| Women's Debate Institute | General operating support - education | $10,500 |
| DC Kincare Alliance | General operating support - child welfare | $10,363 |
| Northwestern Settlement | General operating support - civic | $5,182 |
| John G Shedd Aquarium | General operating support - wildlife | $5,000 |
| Kirk of the Keys | General operating support - religious | $5,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General operating support - wildlife | $5,000 |
| Cystinosis Research Foundation | General operating support - medical | $2,000 |
| Dolphin Research Center | General operating support - wildlife | $2,000 |
| Camp Blue Skies | General operating support - disability | $1,000 |
| Erie Charter School | General operating support - education | $1,000 |
| Grace Network | General operating support - child welfare | $1,000 |
| Kenilworth Community Fund | General operating support - civic | $1,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | General operating support - religious | $1,000 |
| Marathon Baptist Church | General operating support - religious | $1,000 |
| Monroe County Education Foundation | General operating support - education | $1,000 |
| Truth in Accounting | General operating support - civic | $1,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | General operating support - environment | $500 |
| Gift of Adoption Fund | General operating support - child welfare | $500 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | General operating support - wildlife | $500 |
| Hidden Harbor Marine Environmental Project Inc | General operating support - wildlife | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelley A Bergstrom
- Joan L Bergstrom
- Allison L Bergstrom
- Melissa A Munro
Questions people ask
Does Bergstrom Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bergstrom Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Bergstrom Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelley A Bergstrom (President/Director), Joan L Bergstrom (Vice President/Director), Allison L Bergstrom (Secretary/Director) and Melissa A Munro (Treasurer/Director).
What does Bergstrom Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.