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Policies & Grants

BERGENSKE FAMILY CHARITABLE FUND
PROVIDING EDUCATION

“The future of humanity will depend on our ability to instill excellence in our children.”

The Bergenske Family Charitable Fund is a non-profit corporation and operates exclusively for charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3), public charity organizations of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future Federal tax code. The Bergenske Family Charitable Fund purpose is to perpetuate financial support for students by way of providing scholarships. and educational funds.

Bergenske Family Charitable Funds additional purpose is providing educational funds or sponsorships to financially assist students with their educational costs or as otherwise determined by the Trustees.

The Bergenske Family Charitable Fund may receive Grant Applications at any time. Applicants for Ordinary Grants must complete and submit their Grant Application to the Grant Review Committee. The Grant Review Committee will receive and review all grant applications to determine their compliance with the Grant Request Policy promulgated by the Board of Trustees. The Committee will forward all applications, along with its recommended action(s), to the Board of Trustees. The Secretary of the Board of Trustees will chair the Grant Review Committee.

The Bergenske Family Charitable Fund may receive Scholarship Applications at any time. Applicants for scholarships must complete and submit their scholarship Application to the Grant Review Committee. The Grant Review Committee will receive and review all scholarship applications to determine their compliance with our policies.

The scholarship application should include,

The application can be made as a nomination of someone or by a student on their own behalf. 

  1. Provide Grades and GPA,
  1. Essay on where student is planning to attend college along with desired degree and why this degree was chosen.
  1. A list of school activities, sports, student government, etc. Additionally, any community service activities student has participated in.
  1. Email to GBergenske@aol.com or send to the attention of Gary Bergenske at 1101 W Kennedy Blvd. Orlando, FL 32810 along with a letter of permission to use your picture and name if a winner in our future publications and on our website.

Online Giving

Online A One Time Donation

Every donation helps the Bergenske Family Charitable Fund in their effort to provide scholarships and educational needs to more students. There is no such thing as a donation that is too small. Every donation helps to make a tremendous difference in the education of children. You can make your donation online using the form below, by mailing it, or in person at one of our events. Your generosity is greatly needed and sincerely appreciated.

Online Monthly Donation

You can choose to make a monthly donation by having it automatically deducted from one of your accounts through one of your credit cards.  Monthly giving starts at only $9 per month and is the perfect way to show your continuous support in promoting our programs, Your generosity is greatly needed and sincerely appreciated.

GoFundMe

Hey there! The Bergenske Family Charitable Fund is raising money to provide scholarships for amazing students who excel academically and are passionate about community service. Every donation makes a huge difference in these students’ lives—please consider clicking the link below to donate or share it with others. Thank you so much!

Mail Your Donation

Your donation can be mailed to our office at-

   Bergenske Family Charitable Fund
   1101 W Kennedy Blvd
    Orlando, FL  32810

Other Ways to Donate

The Bergenske Family Charitable Fund offers various tax-deductible donation options, including sponsoring a student, real estate, securities, wills, trusts, life insurance, and charitable trusts. Donors can also support through product sales and fundraising events. For larger donations, consulting with an attorney and tax consultant is recommended.

GIVING BACK Brings Joy,

Gary Bergenske has been giving back for the past couple of decades, having served in numerous organizations and on boards that raise money for children in need of healthcare, medical related transportation, eyeglasses, dental work, and educational needs.  It’s become his passion to find ways to help others, especially children in need.

In 2021 he began raising money to provide scholarship money and has been successful in presenting these scholarships each year through the help of many donors. As these efforts continued to grow, he set up 501(c)(3) charity to make raising funds more attractive to its donors.  Bergenske says, “Giving back, it’s the right thing to do.”  Please join him in raising money for scholarships, to provide education for more children.

Contact Us

EST. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response to your inquiry. Emails sent during non- office hours will be responded to on the next business day.