The Bergin Foundation Inc
The Bergin Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Stuart, Florida. Its 2024 IRS filing reports 12 grants totaling $504,100, all listed for general purposes.
The Bergin Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Bergin Foundation Inc gave $504K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $42K), top state District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $504,100
- +1160.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- +500.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $42,008
- +110.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $30,000
- Total assets
- $10,452,328
- +9.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (44% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Bergin Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 309 Se Osceola St, Stuart, FL 34994
Phone: (772) 781-3292
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Bergin Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The King's Academy ($140K). Together the top 10 received $470K.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 10 grants of 14 (71%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the share of grant dollars by recipient state was: District of Columbia, 44%; Florida, 28%; Virginia, 15%; California, 8%; and Pennsylvania, 6%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Bergin Foundation Inc gives
- In 2024 it paid out 97% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $40K (2023) to $504K (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $504K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The King's Academy West Palm Beach, FL | General Purposes | $140,000 |
| Competitive Enterprise Institute Washington, DC | General Purposes | $60,000 |
| Judicial Watch Washington, DC | General Purposes | $60,000 |
| Institute for Justice Arlington, VA | General Purposes | $60,000 |
| Free the People Washington, DC | General Purposes | $30,000 |
| Institute for Free Speech Washington, DC | General Purposes | $30,000 |
| Commonwealth Foundation Harrisburg, PA | General Purposes | $30,000 |
| Reason Foundation Los Angeles, CA | General Purposes | $20,000 |
| Marijuana Policy Project Foundation Washington, DC | General Purposes | $20,000 |
| The Federalist Society Washington, DC | General Purposes | $20,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,452,328 | $1,446,882 | $505,917 | $504,100 | 12 | $504,100 | $1,445,065 | $519,399 |
| 2023 | $9,511,363 | $-448,637 | $40,000 | $40,000 | 2 | $40,000 | $123,431 | $502,376 |
| 2022 | $10,000,000 | $10,000,000 | — | — | — | — | — | $20,240 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Bergin Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $519K for 2024 — 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 2024 grants went to organizations whose stated missions include Christian education, free enterprise and limited government, government accountability, individual liberties, free speech, and marijuana-policy education. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not a stated mission of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation gave 12 grants totaling $504,100. Grants ranged from $14,100 to $140,000, with a median of $30,000. The largest grants included $140,000 to The King’s Academy in West Palm Beach, Florida, and $60,000 each to the Competitive Enterprise Institute, Judicial Watch, and the Institute for Justice. Other grants included $30,000 each to Free the People, the Institute for Free Speech, and the Commonwealth Foundation; $20,000 each to the Reason Foundation, Marijuana Policy Project Foundation, the Federalist Society, and California Policy Center; and $14,100 to Donors Trust.
The King’s Academy describes its mission as supporting the home and church in educating children and graduating Christian leaders. The Institute for Justice says it advances a rule of law that allows individuals to control their destinies and litigates on matters including economic liberty, educational choice, property rights, and free speech. The Competitive Enterprise Institute describes itself as a public-policy organization focused on free enterprise and limited government. Judicial Watch states that it promotes government integrity, transparency, accountability, and fidelity to the rule of law. The Institute for Free Speech says it works to defend First Amendment political rights. California Policy Center describes itself as an educational nonprofit working to eliminate public-sector barriers to freedom. Marijuana Policy Project Foundation says it distributes public education about marijuana and non-punitive, non-coercive policies. Donors Trust describes its mission as supporting charities and programs addressing societal needs through education, research, and private initiatives, and encouraging private philanthropy.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Martin H Bergin, Dave Kauppi, and David Dreyer as directors.
The Bergin Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Dave Kauppi
Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Dreyer
Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Martin H. Bergin
Director
On filings since 2022
2.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 The Bergin Foundation Inc
How much does The Bergin Foundation Inc give each year?
The Bergin Foundation Inc gave $504K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $40K across 2 grants.
What is The Bergin Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Bergin Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $30,000, and its average grant was $42,008, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Bergin Foundation Inc give grants?
The Bergin Foundation Inc's top state is District of Columbia, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (28%) and Virginia (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (6 grants).
Does The Bergin Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Bergin Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Bergin Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Bergin Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The King's Academy ($140,000), Competitive Enterprise Institute ($60,000) and Judicial Watch ($60,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Bergin Foundation Inc?
The Bergin Foundation Inc reported $10.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $504K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $519K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The Bergin Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose stated missions include Christian education, free enterprise and limited government, government accountability, individual liberties, free speech, and marijuana-policy education. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Bergin Foundation Inc?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Bergin Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Bergin Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-1231786. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Does The Bergin Foundation Inc 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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