Big Oaks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Big Oaks Foundation is a private foundation in St Cloud, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $57,000 and the largest $57,000. 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$57,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$57,000
- Largest grant$57,000
- Assets$382,182
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $17,000 | 4 | $362,246 |
| 2024 | $3,000 | 1 | $390,616 |
| 2025 | $57,000 | 1 | $382,182 |
How to apply
Big Oaks 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 Big Oaks Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $57,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bemidji State University Alumni & Foundation | General charitable purposes | $57,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan A Fredrickson Susan A Fredric
- R Douglas Fredrickson
- Benjamin P Fredrickson
- Morgan L Fredrickson
Questions people ask
Does Big Oaks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Big Oaks Foundation give?
$57,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $57,000.
Who runs Big Oaks Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan A Fredrickson Susan A Fredric (President, Director), R Douglas Fredrickson (Secretary, Treasurer), Benjamin P Fredrickson (Director) and Morgan L Fredrickson (Director).
What does Big Oaks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.