Bjorkman Foundation
Historical FunderLake Geneva, Wisconsin · EIN 36-6053641 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $9,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MARY ELLEN BJORKMAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 310 GALLIANT DR, LAKE GENEVA WI 531472575 |
| Phone | 6306610178 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD INCLUDE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SPECIFIC PURPOSES FOR WHICH THE ORGANIZATION WAS FORMED AND THE NATURE OF ITS ACTIVITIES. THE APPLICATION SHOULD ALSO INCLUDE A STATEMENT ATTESTING TO THE FACT THAT TRANSFERS TO THE DISTRIBUTEE (REQUESTING ORGANIZATION) ARE EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 501, 2055,AND 2522 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, OR ANY LATER OR OTHER SECTIONS OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986 WHICH AMEND OR SUPERCEDE THE SAID SECTIONS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | PURSUANT TO THE BJORKMAN FOUNDATION'S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, THE DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS, INCOME, AND PROPERTY OF THE CORPORATION MAY BE MADE TO THE CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC, LITERARY, OR RELIGIOUS CORPORATION, ORGANIZATIONS, COMMUNITY CHESTS,FOUNDATIONS, OR OTHER KINDRED INSTITUTIONS (INCLUDING GOVERNMENTAL), ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE FORGOING PURPOSES. SUCH DISTRIBUTIONS MAY BE MADE ONLY IF, AT ANY TIME OF DISTRIBUTION, THE DISTRIBUTEE IS EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAXATION, AND IF THE GIFTS OR TRANSFERS TO THE DISTRIBUTEE ARE THEN EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 501, 2055, AND 2522 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, OR ANY LATER OR OTHER SECTIONS OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986 WHICH AMEND OR SUPERCEDE THE SAID SECTIONS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
76% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant Harbor Bible Camp | Lake Geneva, WI | Dining commons project | $30,000 |
| North Park University | Chicago, IL | University scholarships | $10,000 |
| North Park University | Chicago, IL | Ar & ae bjorkman scholarship | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Contribution | $9,000 |
| North Park University | Chicago, IL | Seminary scholarships | $7,500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Coon Rapids, MN | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Seno Krlt | Burlington, WI | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Cornerstone Community Outreach | Chicago, IL | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Covenant Ability Network | Oak Forest, IL | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Covenant Point Bible Camp | Iron River, MI | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Covenant Children's Ministries | Chicago, IL | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Dupage Habitat Humanity | Wheaton, IL | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Harbor Point Ministries | Lake Geneva, WI | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $80,000 | 13 |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 15 |
| 2023 | $46,700 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600379349100305
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6053641
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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