The Bergquist Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bergquist Foundation is a private foundation in Spokane, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $248,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$248,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $246,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $222,500 | 22 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $246,000 | 22 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $248,500 | 24 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Bergquist 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 Bergquist Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 23 | $238,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery | To support charitable operations | $40,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | $12,500 To support charitable operations $12,000 to support the Anna Odgen Hall Shelter | $24,500 |
| Volunteers of America | $20,000 To support Crosswalk program and $2,500 to the Spokesman Review X-mas Fund. | $22,500 |
| Spokane Parks Foundation | To support charitable operations | $20,000 |
| Spokane Symphony Society | To support charitable operations | $15,000 |
| Maddie's Place | To support charitable operations | $15,000 |
| Northwest Museum of Arts Culture | To support charitable operations | $12,500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | $7,500 to support charitable operations and $5,000 designated for the Bite-to-Go program. | $12,500 |
| Anna Schindler Foundation | To support construction campaign | $10,000 |
| Friends of KSPS TV | To support charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Mid City Concerns Senior Center | To support charitable operations | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To support charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Spokane County | To support charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Family Promise of Spokane | To support charitable operations | $5,000 |
| JOYA Child & Family Development | To support charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Truth Ministries of Spokane | To support charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Side by Side | To support charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Providence Health Care Foundation | To support charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Transitions | To support charitable operations | $4,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Spokane County | To support charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington | To support the Spokesman Review X-mas Fund | $2,500 |
| Girls on the Run of Spokane County | To support charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Feast World Kitchen | To support charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Cup of Cool Water | To support charitable operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Roberts
- Maxine Lammers
- Scott Simpson
Questions people ask
Does The Bergquist Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bergquist Foundation give?
$248,500 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Bergquist Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Roberts (President/Director), Maxine Lammers (Director) and Scott Simpson (Director).
What does The Bergquist Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and arts and culture.