Bergstrom Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bergstrom Foundation Inc is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $290,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$290,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $231,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $312,055 | 19 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $231,000 | 9 | $6.8 million |
| 2025 | $290,000 | 13 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
Bergstrom Foundation Inc 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 Bergstrom Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 9 | $225,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Langley School | General use | $70,000 |
| Inova Health Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Rose Run Presbyterian Church | General use | $25,000 |
| School Nutrition Association of Massachusetts | General use | $25,000 |
| Clothesline for Arlington Kids | General use | $20,000 |
| Arlington Free Clinic Inc | General use | $20,000 |
| Arlington Neighborhood Village | General use | $20,000 |
| Offender Aid and Restorations of Arlington County Inc | General use | $20,000 |
| Doorways for Women and Families | General use | $20,000 |
| Bridges to Independence | General use | $15,000 |
| McLean Project for the Arts | General use | $15,000 |
| DC Arts & Humanities Education Collaborative | General use | $10,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | General use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry A Bergstrom Jr
- Ashley F Bergstrom
- David Guard
Questions people ask
Does Bergstrom Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bergstrom Foundation Inc give?
$290,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Bergstrom Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Henry A Bergstrom Jr (Vice President), Ashley F Bergstrom (Chairwoman) and David Guard (President).
What does Bergstrom Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.