The Bergin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bergin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stuart, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $504,100 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $140,000. 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$504,100
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 | $40,000 | 2 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $504,100 | 12 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
The Bergin 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $220,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $140,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $74,100 |
| California | 2 | $40,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The King's Academy | General purposes | $140,000 |
| Competitive Enterprise Institute | General purposes | $60,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General purposes | $60,000 |
| Institute for Justice | General purposes | $60,000 |
| Free the People | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Institute for Free Speech | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Commonwealth Foundation | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Reason Foundation | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Marijuana Policy Project Foundation | General purposes | $20,000 |
| The Federalist Society | General purposes | $20,000 |
| California Policy Center | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Donors Trust | General purposes | $14,100 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin H Bergin
- Dave Kauppi
- David Dreyer
Questions people ask
Does The Bergin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bergin Foundation Inc give?
$504,100 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Bergin Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Martin H Bergin (Director), Dave Kauppi (Director) and David Dreyer (Director).