The Earl & Doris Bakken Foundation
Invitation OnlySt Louis Park, Minnesota · EIN 99-0339501 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$250K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$5.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $21,250 and $35,000.
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
44% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bakken Museum | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $48,750 |
| Earl E Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $40,000 |
| Hui Aloha Kiholo | Kamuela, HI | General operating | $35,000 |
| Friends of the Future | Kamuela, HI | General operating | $30,000 |
| North Hawaii Community Hospital | Kamuela, HI | General operating | $30,000 |
| The Kohala Center | Kamuela, HI | General operating | $30,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $21,250 |
| Pavek Museum of Broadcasting | St Lous Park, MN | General operating | $10,000 |
| Norway House | Minneapolis, MN | General operating | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $250,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $250,500 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349104565
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-0339501
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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