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News
Read about the latest Foundation news and information.

History
The F. R. Bigelow Foundation celebrates 60 years of grantmaking. Learn about the man behind the mission and the growth of the Foundation.

Principles for Minnesota Grantmakers
The F. R. Bigelow Foundation is a member of The Council on Foundations, Inc., and the Minnesota Council on Foundations. The Foundation follows the Principles for Minnesota Grantmakers.


Our Trustees Our Officers
James H. Bradshaw Chair, Edward G. Pendergast
Heidi R. Gesell Vice Chair, Sally D. Patterson
Richard B. Heydinger Treasurer, James H. Bradshaw
Terry Devitt Secretary, Carleen K. Rhodes
Peter F. Jackson Assistant Treasurer, Christine K. Searson
Louise G. Jones Assistant Secretary, John G. Couchman
Judith A. Kishel
Bert J. McKasy
Sally D. Patterson
Edward G. Pendergast
Susan J. Sands
 
Financial Statements

Financial Statements 2009 and 2008 (PDF)

Financial Statements 2007 and 2006 (PDF)

Financial Statements 2006 and 2005