Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Shoreview, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $213,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$213,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$13.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $188,100 | 7 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 19 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $213,500 | 20 | $13.1 million |
How to apply
Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable 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 Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $42,000 |
| California | 4 | $40,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $35,000 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Jude Hospital | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Emergency Food Pantry | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Bighorn Golf Club Charities | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Bighorn Bam | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief | Charitable | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Incarnation Church | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Blue Angles Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish Minnesota | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Chaitable | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Variety Childrens Charity | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Bruggeman
- Jackie Bruggeman
- Scott Bruggeman
- Katie Bruggeman
Questions people ask
Does Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation give?
$213,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Bruggeman (President), Jackie Bruggeman (Treasurer), Scott Bruggeman (Director) and Katie Bruggeman (Director).
What does Steve & Jackie Bruggeman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, food and hunger and youth programs.