CLB Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CLB Foundation is a private foundation in Excelsior, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $36,699 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$36,699
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$24.1 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $889,700 the year before.
63% 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 | $725,000 | 9 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $889,700 | 11 | $17.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 24 | $24.1 million |
How to apply
CLB 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 CLB Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 14 | $976,741 |
| Florida | 5 | $226,064 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $60,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Christian Academy | Tuition sponsorship | $250,000 |
| Hope Academy | Tuition sponsorship | $162,000 |
| Chapel Hill Academy | Tuition sponsorship | $100,000 |
| Liberty Classical Academy | Tuition sponsorship | $100,000 |
| Southwest Christian High School | Tuition sponsorship | $100,000 |
| Sanibel Community Church | Pastoral internship | $75,000 |
| Hope Connection International Inc | Domestic abuse and trafficking support | $60,000 |
| Grace Classical Academy | Tuition sponsorship | $51,064 |
| Banyan Community | Community and children's after-school programs | $50,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Tuition sponsorship | $50,000 |
| Into the Jordan Ministries Inc | Human trafficking | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Iowa Baptist Conference | Trout lake camps | $40,000 |
| Savior's Mission International | Girl's school | $33,398 |
| Corries House | Human trafficking | $30,805 |
| Acts 29 | Pastoral support activities in latin america | $30,000 |
| Minnehaha Academy | Tuition sponsorship | $30,000 |
| Faith Community Church | Community support | $25,000 |
| Hospitality House Youth Development | Community and children's after-school programs | $25,000 |
| Love Inc Southwest Florida | Community support | $25,000 |
| Summit Church Inc | Children's camp | $25,000 |
| Big Sandy Camp and Retreat Center | Children's camp | $22,000 |
| Star House | Children's support | $21,538 |
| Home-In-Stead Inc | Moms program | $12,000 |
| International Messengers | Missions support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ken Rude
- Jay Thorsland
- Carolynn Krings
- Elizabeth Bergquist
- Carl R Bergquist
Questions people ask
Does CLB Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CLB Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $36,699.
Who runs CLB Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ken Rude (Executive Director/Secretary), Jay Thorsland (Director), Carolynn Krings (Director) and Elizabeth Bergquist (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does CLB Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.