Also known as: David & Karen Bere Foundation · Bere Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 273335437) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, David and Karen Bere Foundation reported 20 grants totaling $578,200 to 17 organizations across 9 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $150,000 to Christ Church of Oak Brook.
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1 of the 20 grants in this filing (2024) — $100,000 — were reported for scholarships, fellowships, tuition or student financial aid.
Individual scholarship recipients named in the filing are not listed here.
| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Fuller Theological Seminary | PASADENA, CA | $175,000 |
| Christ Church of Oak Brook | OAK BROOK, IL | $150,000 |
| Christianity Today International | WHEATON, IL | $100,000 |
| Mike Kruger Ministries Inc | SARASOTA, FL | $33,000 |
| Young Life | HARLAN, IA | $21,000 |
| Lawndale Community Church | CHICAGO, IL | $18,000 |
| Championship Greatness | KANSAS CITY, MO | $15,000 |
| Thornston Educational Fund | WRIGHTWOOD, CA | $12,000 |
| Good Works Collective | HOUSTON, TX | $11,000 |
| Northern Baptist Theological Seminary | LISLE, IL | $10,000 |
| Pillar Church | FORT WORTH, TX | $6,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | FAYETTEVILLE, AR | $5,200 |
| Altar FLY Fishing | LOMBARD, IL | $5,000 |
| Come and SEE Foundation Inc | COLORADO SPGS, CO | $5,000 |
| Encountering the Logos Ministry | WINNETKA, IL | $5,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | INDIANAPOLIS, IN | $5,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
