The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis Park, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $48,750. 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$250,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$48,750
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $250,000 the year before.
11% of its 2025 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 | $250,500 | 8 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 8 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 9 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
The Earl & Doris Bakken 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 The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $125,000 |
| Hawaii | 4 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bakken Museum | General operating | $48,750 |
| Earl E Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing | General operating | $40,000 |
| Hui Aloha Kiholo | General operating | $35,000 |
| Friends of the Future | General operating | $30,000 |
| North Hawaii Community Hospital | General operating | $30,000 |
| The Kohala Center | General operating | $30,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General operating | $21,250 |
| Pavek Museum of Broadcasting | General operating | $10,000 |
| Norway House | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley E Bakken
- Pamela Bakken Petersmeyer
- Jeffrey T Bakken
- Wendy K Watson
Questions people ask
Does The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley E Bakken (President), Pamela Bakken Petersmeyer (Vice President), Jeffrey T Bakken (Treasurer) and Wendy K Watson (Secretary).
What does The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.