Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation
DALE W AND ELIZABETH G BARGSTEN is a private foundation based in Corvallis, Oregon. Its 2023 filing is marked as the organization’s final return, so the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation gave $120K across 11 grants in 2023 (avg $11K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $120,158
- Grants made (2023)
- 11
- Average grant
- $10,923
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Primary geography
- Oregon (70% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its 2023 filing is marked as its final return.
- Contact
Mailing address: 33271 Se Primrose Rd, Corvallis, OR 97333
Phone: (541) 752-4563
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was ABC House ($50K). Together the top 10 received $120K.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 13 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2023 grant dollars went to recipients in Oregon (70%), Virginia (21%), Minnesota (8%), and New York (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
How Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation gives
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $7K (2021) to $120K (2023). In 2023 it made 11 grants totaling $120K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ABC House Albany, OR | Child Advocacy | $50,158 |
| Nature Conservancy Arlington, VA | Conservation of Nature | $25,000 |
| Greenbelt Land Trust Corvallis, OR | Support General Operations | $25,000 |
| Eagle Bluff Learning Center Lanesboro, MN | Children's Education | $10,000 |
| First Christian Church Albany, OR | Support General Operations | $3,000 |
| Benton Habitat for Humanity Corvallis, OR | Support General Operations | $2,000 |
| Fish of Albany Albany, OR | Provide emergency food, clothing, shelter, medicine and transportation to persons in need. | $2,000 |
| Stove Team International Portland, OR | Provide Fuel-Efficient Stoves to Those in Need | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood New York, NY | Support General Operations | $1,000 |
| Oregon Parks Forever Portland, OR | Preservation of Oregon Parks | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $784 | $120,710 | $120,158 | 11 | $120,158 | $732 | $2,955 |
| 2021 | $132,935 | $5,094 | $9,090 | $7,000 | 2 | $7,000 | — | $6,874 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for child advocacy, nature conservation, children’s education, general operations, emergency assistance, fuel-efficient stoves, and Oregon parks.
Among the recipients, ABC House says it provides assessment, treatment, and prevention services to children believed to be abused in Linn and Benton counties. Greenbelt Land Trust describes its mission as conserving land and water in the Willamette Valley. Benton Habitat for Humanity says it seeks to eliminate substandard housing and make decent shelter available through community collaboration. FISH of Albany describes providing temporary assistance—including shelter, food, clothing, medicine, and transportation—to people in need. Oregon Parks Forever says it raises funds for programs and projects that enhance the experience of using Oregon’s parks and forests.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation gave 11 grants totaling $120,158. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $50,158, with a median of $2,000. The largest grants were $50,158 to ABC House for child advocacy, $25,000 to The Nature Conservancy for conservation of nature, and $25,000 to Greenbelt Land Trust for general operations. Other grants included $10,000 to Eagle Bluff Learning Center for children’s education and $3,000 to First Christian Church for general operations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Dale Bargsten and Elizabeth G Bargsten as trustees.
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's 2023 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Dale Bargsten
Trustee
On filings since 2021
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth G. Bargsten
Trustee
On filings since 2021
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation
How much does Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation give each year?
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation gave $120K across 11 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $2,000, and its average grant was $10,923, across 11 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation give grants?
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Oregon: 70% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Virginia (21%) and Minnesota (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Albany, OR (3 grants), Corvallis, OR (3 grants) and Portland, OR (2 grants).
Does Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 36% of Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (4 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include ABC House ($50,158), Nature Conservancy ($25,000) and Greenbelt Land Trust ($25,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 83% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for child advocacy, nature conservation, children’s education, general operations, emergency assistance, fuel-efficient stoves, and Oregon parks. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-6743279. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Does Dale W and Elizabeth G Bargsten Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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