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Var Stilla

Preselected recipients only Bellingham, Washington · EIN 854387025

Var Stilla is a private foundation in Bellingham, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $67,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.

From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.

Giving by year

Tax yearGrants paidNumber of grantsAssets
2022$12,0001$18,497
2023$00$99,998
2024$135,5003$4,848

How to apply

Var Stilla 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.

IRS filings on ProPublica

What Var Stilla funds

Where it gives

Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.

StateGrantsAmount
Washington2$117,500
Michigan1$18,000

Grants paid in 2024

All 3 grants
RecipientPurposeAmount
Refreshed Soul
Burlington, WA
To support pastor retreats$67,500
Bellingham Christian School
Bellingham, WA
To help build the school$50,000
Love Inc
Jenison, MI
To mobilize local churches$18,000

Officers and trustees

As listed in Part VIII of the 2024 filing.

Questions people ask

Does Var Stilla accept grant applications?

No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.

How much does Var Stilla give?

$135,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.

Who runs Var Stilla?

Its 2024 filing lists Eric Heilborn (President/Treasurer) and Amy Heilborn (Secretary).

What does Var Stilla fund?

Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.

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