Dorothea Berggren Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 20-0266874 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$4.4M
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$3,667
Total assets$19M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $96,960.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Quantum center | $4,250,250 |
| Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN | Medical scholarship | $96,960 |
| Arizona State University | Tempe, AZ | Medical scholarship | $3,667 |
| Tapestry 360 Health | Chicago, IL | General operations | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,353,377 | 4 |
| 2024 | $332,198 | 5 |
| 2023 | $258,100 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 9, 2026 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600689349100415
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-0266874
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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