Bergerson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bergerson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wayzata, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $200,010 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$200,010
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$77,761
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $227,010 the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $227,010 | 19 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $200,010 | 20 | $77,761 |
How to apply
Bergerson 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 Bergerson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 19 | $199,510 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project for Pride in Living | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| The Family Partnership | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Clues (Hispanic Community Center) | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Cornerstone Domestic Violence | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| East Side Neighborhood Services | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| International Institute of Minnesota | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Twin Cities Rise | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Walk-In Counseling Center | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Bridge for Youth | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Face to Face | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Migizi | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Nacdi - Native American Community Development Institute | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| People Serving People | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Rise - Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| St Paul Youth Services | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Breck School | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Jdrf-Minnesota & Dakota Chapter | General charitable purposes | $1,010 |
| The Fort - Fred Wells Tennis and Education Center | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| The Desert Community Foundation Scholarship Fund | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shawn Bergerson
- Annelie Bergerson
- Daniel Bergerson
Questions people ask
Does Bergerson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bergerson Family Foundation give?
$200,010 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bergerson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shawn Bergerson (President, Treasurer, Secr), Annelie Bergerson (Director) and Daniel Bergerson (Director).
What does Bergerson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, human services and youth programs.