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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Bakken Family WRC Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that prioritizes relationship-based engagement and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $1 million across 36 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$1M
2024
Grantees funded
36
Multi-year grantees
72%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
J
Jeffrey Bakken
Board Member
W
Wendy K Watson
Board Member
B
Bradley Bakken
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION?
No. BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION give?
BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, New York, and Colorado. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include PAVEK MUSEUM OF BROADCASTING, Norway House, and SHEPHERD OF THE LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION?
BAKKEN FAMILY WRC FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.