Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $83,750 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $6,000. 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$83,750
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $80,600 the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $87,650 | 36 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $80,600 | 30 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $83,750 | 35 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund 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 Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 35 | $83,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Compas Inc | Financial support | $6,000 |
| Friends of the St Paul Public Library | Financial support | $6,000 |
| Bell Museum | Financial support | $5,000 |
| St Paul Public Schools Isd 625 | Financial support | $4,750 |
| Ballet Co Laboratory | Financial support | $3,500 |
| Como Zoo & Conservancy | Financial support | $3,000 |
| Illusion Theater & School | Financial support | $3,000 |
| Minnesota Children's Museum | Financial support | $3,000 |
| Playworks Minnesota | Financial support | $3,000 |
| Project for Pride in Living Inc | Financial support | $3,000 |
| Ramsey County Historical Society | Financial support | $3,000 |
| Commonbond Communities | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Mississippi River | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Keystone Community Services | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Ordway Center for the Performing Arts | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Park Square Theatre | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Science From Scientists | Financial support | $2,500 |
| World Savvy | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Creatempls | Financial support | $2,000 |
| East Side Learning Center | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Northeast Youth & Family Services | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Planting People Growing Justice | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Reading Partners Minnesota | Financial support | $2,000 |
| St Paul Urban Tennis Program | Financial support | $2,000 |
| The Works Museum | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Tree Trust | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Vocalessence | Financial support | $1,500 |
| Minnesota Boychoir | Financial support | $1,000 |
| St Paul Art Collective | Financial support | $1,000 |
| Tickets for Kids Charities | Financial support | $1,000 |
| YWCA of Minneapolis | Financial support | $1,000 |
| The Lift Garage | Financial support | $500 |
| The Minneapolis Foundation | Financial support | $500 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Financial support | $250 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Financial support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally A Thompson
- Nancy D Wilson Ankeny
- Steven P Kurtz
- Paola Garrett
- Bren Iramina
- Abbey Payeur
Questions people ask
Does Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation give?
$83,750 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sally A Thompson (President, Chair of Exec & Nom Cmtees), Nancy D Wilson Ankeny (Board Member), Steven P Kurtz (Board Member) and Paola Garrett (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Lilian Wright & C Emil Berglund Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.