The Forsberg Charitable Foundation
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Its 2020 IRS filing is marked as the organization’s final return, indicating that it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Forsberg Charitable Foundation gave $5.7M across 16 grants in 2020 (avg $357K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $5,717,389
- Grants made (2020)
- 16
- Average grant
- $357,337
- Median grant
- $64,945
- Primary geography
- Arizona (89% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Forsberg Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated on its final 2020 filing that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. This is the policy stated on that filing; it should not be read as a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 7601 E Roosevelt St Unit 1009, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Phone: (218) 205-8400
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Forsberg Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Phoenix Seminary ($2.2M). Together the top 10 received $5.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 16 (44%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 89% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arizona, 7% to Minnesota, 3% to North Carolina, 1% to Wisconsin, and 1% to Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 16 grants totaling $5.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Seminary Scottsdale, AZ | General Support | $2,232,000 |
| Arizona Christian University Phoenix, AZ | General Support | $2,215,000 |
| Global Training Network Peoria, AZ | General Support | $291,000 |
| Ministry Transitions St. Paul, MN | General Suport | $261,000 |
| Samaritans Purse Boone, NC | General Support | $149,000 |
| Church of the Lutheran Brethren Fergus, MN | General Support | $116,000 |
| Golf Fore Africa Scottsdale, AZ | General Support | $108,000 |
| Arizona Christian Foundation Phoenix, AZ | General Support | $79,889 |
| Campus Christian Center Tempe, AZ | General Support | $50,000 |
| Trinity Baptist Church Mesa, AZ | General Support | $46,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $451,521 | $5,740,139 | $5,717,389 | 16 | $445,710 | $292,726 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Forsberg Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $293K for 2020 — 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 2020 grants went to organizations whose own missions include Christian ministry and education, church leadership training, humanitarian aid, and support for people with developmental disabilities. For example, Phoenix Seminary describes its mission as training people for Christ-centered ministry, while Arizona Christian University describes its mission as providing a biblically integrated liberal arts education. These are the grantees’ missions, not statements of the foundation’s own mission.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation reported 16 grants totaling $5,717,389. Grants ranged from $4,000 to $2,232,000, with a median grant of $64,944. The largest awards were $2,232,000 to Phoenix Seminary and $2,215,000 to Arizona Christian University. Other notable grants included $291,000 to Global Training Network, $261,000 to Ministry Transitions, $149,000 to Samaritan’s Purse, and $108,000 to Golf Fore Africa. The listed purposes for these grants were general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2020 filing listed Sherman Rorvig as president and Marybeth Nordtvedt as treasurer.
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation is led by Sherman Rorvig, President on the 2020 filing; 1 of 2 officers listed in 2020 is compensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Sherman Rorvig
President
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
$8K (2020)
Marybeth Nordtvedt
Treasurer
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2020 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2020 filing was $8K, to Sherman Rorvig (President).
Frequently asked questions about The Forsberg Charitable Foundation
How much does The Forsberg Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation gave $5.7M across 16 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $64,945, and its average grant was $357,337, across 16 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Forsberg Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Arizona: 89% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Minnesota (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Scottsdale, AZ (2 grants), Phoenix, AZ (2 grants) and Mesa, AZ (2 grants).
Does The Forsberg Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (16 of 16) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Phoenix Seminary ($2,232,000), Arizona Christian University ($2,215,000) and Global Training Network ($291,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 83% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The Forsberg Charitable Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants went to organizations whose own missions include Christian ministry and education, church leadership training, humanitarian aid, and support for people with developmental disabilities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Forsberg Charitable Foundation?
The foundation stated on its final 2020 filing that it made 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 ↑
How much is The Forsberg Charitable Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Forsberg Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $293K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Forsberg Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4653999. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Forsberg 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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