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Who funds education in Nebraska: 394 foundations, $171.6 million in grants
394 private foundations paid 1,092 grants totaling $171,619,554 to education nonprofits in Nebraska, in each foundation's latest Form 990-PF return, filed with the IRS from 2024 to 2026. The largest funder is The Charles and Mary Heider Family Foundation, with $26,674,040 in 7 grants.
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Foundations that funded education in Nebraska
Ranked by the total each paid to these recipients. The 300 largest of 394 are listed.
| Foundation | Based in | Grants | Total | Largest grant | Largest grant to | Purpose | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Charles and Mary Heider Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 7 | $26,674,040 | $25,189,040 | Creighton University | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Omaha, NE | 57 | $25,979,377 | $5,579,890 | Community Information Trust | Omaha central public library project | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | Omaha, NE | 58 | $14,180,544 | $3,000,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To provide capital support for the UNO Durham Science Center Renovation Project. | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert B Daugherty Foundation | Omaha, NE | 9 | $12,205,000 | $4,810,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Program Support | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 8 | $12,183,534 | $5,000,000 | Community Information Trust | Capital campaign | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | Omaha, NE | 15 | $11,293,455 | $1,697,571 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | Omaha, NE | 45 | $8,934,394 | $1,250,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| Buffett Early Childhood Fund | Omaha, NE | 4 | $7,731,016 | $3,717,994 | Educare of Omaha Inc | Quality early childhood program operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| The Clifton Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $6,642,400 | $6,642,400 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Generally to support the don clifton strengths institute and college builders program through a long-term partnership with university of nebraska-lincoln college of business administration. | apps.irs.gov |
| Johnny Carson Foundation | Encino, CA | 1 | $4,545,000 | $4,545,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Carson center for emerging media arts - $2,000,000lied center building fund-$2,500,000cyfs program - $25,000husker pantry - $20,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| D F Dillon Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 9 | $2,702,000 | $1,000,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Capital improvements | apps.irs.gov |
| Marvin and Virginia Schmid Foundation | Bellevue, NE | 1 | $1,866,049 | $1,866,049 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships/library/technology | apps.irs.gov |
| The Meinders Foundation | Oklahoma City, OK | 1 | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 | Concordia University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Diabetes Care Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $1,410,000 | $1,400,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating, educational | apps.irs.gov |
| Union Pacific Foundation | Omaha, NE | 4 | $1,410,000 | $500,000 | Community Information Trust | Public spaces: recreation and beautification | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert and Ardis James Foundation Inc | Wilmington, DE | 4 | $1,112,600 | $1,000,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | the International Quilt Museum Endowment Fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Rebecca Susan Buffett Foundation | Beverly Hills, CA | 3 | $1,105,728 | $1,002,528 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Weitz Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 14 | $1,091,000 | $225,000 | Avenue Scholars | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Bellucci Depaoli Family Foundation Inc | Gainesville, FL | 1 | $1,090,000 | $1,090,000 | Creighton University | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| Gardner Foundation | Wakefield, NE | 3 | $1,011,140 | $764,194 | Wayne State Foundation | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| CL and Rachel Werner Foundation | Valley, NE | 1 | $1,000,000 | $1,000,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Proton Therapy Fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Philip S Mullin Charitable Trust | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $1,000,000 | $1,000,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Phillip s mullin innovation & entrepreneurship program | apps.irs.gov |
| Abel Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 4 | $995,833 | $933,333 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Capital campaign | apps.irs.gov |
| G Robert Muchemore Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $973,356 | $507,000 | Creighton University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation | Omaha, NE | 4 | $876,776 | $454,351 | Westside Foundation | Program support | apps.irs.gov |
| Bob and Evelyn Veach Found | Eagan, MN | 1 | $800,000 | $800,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Virginia G Piper Charitable Trust | Phoenix, AZ | 2 | $755,000 | $750,000 | Creighton University | Establish endowed chair position and a fellowship in health disparities at Virginia G Piper Medical Clinic at Society of St Vincent de Paul in Phoenix | apps.irs.gov |
| Hirschfeld Family Foundation Inc | Kearney, NE | 2 | $754,000 | $750,000 | Central Community College Foundation | Capital Improvements | apps.irs.gov |
| The Rod Rhoden Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $711,000 | $501,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Pegler Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 4 | $627,000 | $600,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $575,000 | $575,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Young scholars and coe pancreatic cancer | apps.irs.gov |
| The Giving 3 Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $524,000 | $500,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General fund | apps.irs.gov |
| The Jans Foundation | La Jolla, CA | 1 | $500,000 | $500,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | apps.irs.gov |
| The Henry Luce Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $458,200 | $458,200 | Creighton University | Support for the Clare Boothe Luce STEM program | apps.irs.gov |
| Schilke Midland Hockey Endowment TS | Fremont, NE | 1 | $454,246 | $454,246 | Midland University | Program related | apps.irs.gov |
| TL Davis Family Charitable Trust | San Francisco, CA | 1 | $400,000 | $400,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Mathile Family Foundation | Dayton, OH | 1 | $388,183 | $388,183 | Teamlift Inc | Lusubilo agriculture nutrition integration (ani) project & support for st. mary's girls secondary school karonga | apps.irs.gov |
| Fulk Family Foundation Inc | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $375,000 | $225,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | $150,000 for the unmc college of dentistry's veteran's clinic, $25,000 for the unmc college of dentistry urgent care clinic, and $50,000 for the unmc college of dentistry dental starter kit program | apps.irs.gov |
| The Go Big Red Foundation | Atlanta, GA | 1 | $351,000 | $351,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Support for mission of organization | apps.irs.gov |
| The Ronald and Jane Olson Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | 1 | $350,000 | $350,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Holmes Georgeart Vi Tuw | Eagan, MN | 1 | $346,491 | $346,491 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| The Hawks Foundation | Omaha, NE | 7 | $340,000 | $120,000 | College of St Mary | Support scholarship program | apps.irs.gov |
| Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $337,311 | $274,967 | Westside Foundation | Exempt charitable purposes | apps.irs.gov |
| Mutual of Omaha Foundation | Omaha, NE | 7 | $330,000 | $250,000 | Creighton University | Capital Campaign Support | apps.irs.gov |
| Seline Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 6 | $328,000 | $250,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Endowed professor | apps.irs.gov |
| Friedland Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $310,500 | $300,000 | Community Information Trust | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Donald and Lorena Meier FDN | Pennington, NJ | 1 | $305,611 | $305,611 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Unrestricted general | apps.irs.gov |
| Pearson Family Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $300,000 | $300,000 | Creighton University | Pearson endowed fund and fund for athletics performance center | apps.irs.gov |
| Debby Durham Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 4 | $285,000 | $150,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Durham fund for autism care for toddlers in fremont and durham fund for autism research and support | apps.irs.gov |
| Charles E Lakin Foundation Inc | Council Bluffs, IA | 5 | $265,000 | $206,000 | African American Empowerment Network Inc | Contribution for general purposes | apps.irs.gov |
| John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation | Omaha, NE | 4 | $252,500 | $175,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| 15TH Street Foundation | Dallas, TX | 1 | $250,001 | $250,001 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarship fund contribution | apps.irs.gov |
| Conrad N Hilton Foundation | Westlake Village, CA | 1 | $250,000 | $250,000 | World Forum Foundation | To support a new east and southern africa cohort of the global leaders for young children program | apps.irs.gov |
| Herbert T Weston Jr and Marian S Weston Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $250,000 | $240,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Various funds | apps.irs.gov |
| Hausmann Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 3 | $240,000 | $200,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Husker athletics facilities fund | apps.irs.gov |
| CL Werner Foundation | Valley, NE | 5 | $230,000 | $100,000 | Community Information Trust | Oma library 2025 | apps.irs.gov |
| CHS Foundation | Inver Grove Heights, MN | 4 | $225,538 | $154,307 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Cultivate access | apps.irs.gov |
| Armstrong McDonald Foundation | Tucson, AZ | 2 | $221,800 | $183,900 | Bellevue University | Armstrong mcdonald foundation 2024 natural sciences equipment | apps.irs.gov |
| Swanson Biggs Adams Family Foundation | Des Moines, IA | 1 | $219,564 | $219,564 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Ja Woollam Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $215,376 | $215,376 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Foundation fund & scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lenke Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $210,000 | $210,000 | Creighton University | Unrestricted use in exempt purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| David E Abboud Family Private FDN | Omaha, NE | 1 | $200,000 | $200,000 | Creighton University | Gifts support scholarships, research, academic excellence, innovation and more. | apps.irs.gov |
| Physicians Mutual Insurance Company Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $200,000 | $200,000 | Creighton University | General | apps.irs.gov |
| Hawkins Charitable Trust | Omaha, NE | 3 | $190,000 | $105,000 | Bellevue University | General Funding | apps.irs.gov |
| The Ahmanson Foundation | Beverly Hills, CA | 2 | $180,000 | $90,000 | Creighton University | Scholarship support, 2025-2026 | apps.irs.gov |
| Donald Dau Charitable TRB | Pennington, NJ | 1 | $168,009 | $168,009 | Midland University | Unrestricted general | apps.irs.gov |
| Hogan Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $165,520 | $163,020 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Global center for advanced interprofessional learning | apps.irs.gov |
| Kitty M Perkins Foundation | Cambridge, NE | 2 | $160,000 | $100,000 | Doane University | Performing arts center | apps.irs.gov |
| The Ethel S Abbott Charitable Foundation | Ralston, NE | 3 | $160,000 | $100,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Nursing building | apps.irs.gov |
| Kenneth (kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $150,500 | $113,500 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General funding | apps.irs.gov |
| Richard and Mary Pat McCormick Charitable Trust | Denver, CO | 1 | $150,000 | $150,000 | Creighton University | Education | apps.irs.gov |
| The Dorothy B Davis Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $150,000 | $100,000 | Phoenix Academy Day School | General & Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| William Randolph Hearst Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $150,000 | $150,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To support rural students enrolled in health sciences | apps.irs.gov |
| Herman Foundation | Bennington, NE | 1 | $140,000 | $140,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Zimmer Biomet Foundation Inc | Warsaw, IN | 1 | $125,000 | $125,000 | The Perry Initiative | General support for STEM programs | apps.irs.gov |
| Kinman-Oldfield Fam FDN Trust | Eagan, MN | 2 | $120,160 | $118,750 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Doug Riley Family Foundation | Gilbert, AZ | 3 | $120,130 | $100,130 | Bellevue University | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Gilbert M and Martha H Hitchcock Foundation | Omaha, NE | 5 | $117,000 | $75,000 | Bellevue University | To further thecharitable purposeof the recipient | apps.irs.gov |
| Margaret A Lindberg FDN Inc MNG Agy | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $115,000 | $115,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| The Poetry Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $106,122 | $106,122 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Special projects and opportunities grant for african poetry book fund at the university of nebraska | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert Herman Storz Foundation | Omaha, NE | 4 | $101,685 | $50,185 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Support for their mission | apps.irs.gov |
| Destwolinski Family Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | 1 | $100,000 | $100,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | building fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Don Lawrence Living Trust | Amarillo, TX | 1 | $100,000 | $100,000 | York University | Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $100,000 | $100,000 | Creighton University | Education | apps.irs.gov |
| The Dale & Patsy Hosman Family Foundation Inc | Englewood, FL | 1 | $95,000 | $95,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Trust Uw Halton D Bly Trust B | Norwich, NY | 1 | $94,575 | $94,575 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Charles Downey Fam FDN | Pennington, NJ | 1 | $89,370 | $89,370 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Unrestricted general | apps.irs.gov |
| Dr C C and Mabel L Criss Memorial | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $83,400 | $83,400 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Keith V Kiernan Foundation | New Bern, NC | 1 | $80,000 | $80,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Keith v. kiernan scholarship fund | apps.irs.gov |
| The Terri & Verne Holoubek Family Foundation Inc | Hartford, WI | 1 | $80,000 | $80,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Research | apps.irs.gov |
| The Dovana Foundation Inc | Woodland Hills, CA | 1 | $76,536 | $76,536 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To grow relationships and resources to support the university of nebraska. | apps.irs.gov |
| Cooper Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 8 | $76,000 | $27,000 | Southeast Community College Educational Foundation | Program | apps.irs.gov |
| The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $70,500 | $70,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | apps.irs.gov |
| Bernice Blomenkamp Smith Educational Trust | Hastings, NE | 1 | $70,000 | $70,000 | Hastings College | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Hall F M Char Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $70,000 | $70,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support grant | apps.irs.gov |
| The NBK Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $70,000 | $70,000 | Community Information Trust | to support the Omaha's Central Public Library | apps.irs.gov |
| Yockey Foundation | Dakota Dunes, SD | 1 | $70,000 | $70,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Spreetail Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 5 | $65,192 | $64,527 | Echo Collective | Donation Match | apps.irs.gov |
| Lauritzen Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $62,500 | $62,500 | Westside Foundation | General exempt purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| Kathryn G Burney Scholarship Fund | Scottsdale, AZ | 1 | $62,444 | $62,444 | Pillar Seminary | Scholarship funding | apps.irs.gov |
| Leroy Thom Jean Thom and T-L Foundation | Hastings, NE | 3 | $62,000 | $51,000 | Hastings Christian School | private education support | apps.irs.gov |
| Filkins Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $60,000 | $60,000 | Westside Foundation | Cal bentz natatorium | apps.irs.gov |
| Joyce N Wilson Foundation Inc | Omaha, NE | 1 | $60,000 | $60,000 | Bellevue University | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Kao Family Foundation | Olathe, KS | 1 | $58,000 | $58,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Organization's general charitable purposes | apps.irs.gov |
| Paideia Foundation | Scottsdale, AZ | 2 | $57,500 | $42,500 | Trinity Classical Academy | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Harley and Beth Schrager Foundation | Omaha, NE | 4 | $56,143 | $25,000 | Benson High School Foundation | Exempt charitable activities | apps.irs.gov |
| Zaloudek John and Marie Foundation | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $56,000 | $56,000 | Creighton University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska Foundation | Omaha, NE | 6 | $55,500 | $25,000 | Creighton University | Extramural dental education program | apps.irs.gov |
| Montgomery H & M Scholarship Fund | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $54,000 | $54,000 | Creighton University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| John A & Gretchen Dinsdale Charitable Foundation | Central City, NE | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Hastings College Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Mark J Heider Charitable Foundation | Denver, CO | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Creighton University | General fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Mark and Karen Rauenhorst Foundation | Minnetonka, MN | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Creighton University | Scholarship fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Rob and Molly Cohen Family Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Creighton University | Fr. Larry Gillick, SJ, Endowed Scholarship Fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Spehar Halligan Foundation | Pasadena, CA | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Dr. james p. and marcia s. halligan professorship | apps.irs.gov |
| Sunny Durham Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Learning for All | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| The Chief Foundation Inc | Grand Island, NE | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Central Catholic Development Foundation | Capital asset support for community | apps.irs.gov |
| The DLR Group Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General - 3 year pledge | apps.irs.gov |
| The Foundation for Community and Health Advancement | Phoenix, AZ | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Creighton University | Grant award-health equity funds | apps.irs.gov |
| Tyl Foundation | Denver, CO | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Benson High School Foundation | Educational (school) | apps.irs.gov |
| Wayne J and Wanda M Lillich Charitable Foundation Trust | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $50,000 | $50,000 | Concordia University | To further programs of the organization including a $50,000 grant for the school music building project. | apps.irs.gov |
| Helen A Pearson Charitable Trust | Omaha, NE | 2 | $49,500 | $47,500 | Hastings College Foundation | Regular operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Backer Family Charitable Trust | Omaha, NE | 2 | $48,000 | $38,000 | Central High School Foundation | General fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Millard C J Char Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $47,500 | $47,500 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | General support grant | apps.irs.gov |
| Hollis and Helen Baright Foundation | Billings, MT | 1 | $45,000 | $45,000 | College of Saint Mary | Program support | apps.irs.gov |
| Rogers George H Tua | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $43,966 | $43,966 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Irene & Joseph Malek Charitable Trust | Omaha, NE | 2 | $41,000 | $33,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To support general programs of the organization | apps.irs.gov |
| Hawkins Sisters Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $40,000 | $40,000 | Hastings College | General funding | apps.irs.gov |
| Miller K C Irrev Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $40,000 | $40,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Pace Woods Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 3 | $39,875 | $19,875 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | General operation | apps.irs.gov |
| Heartland Bank Foundation | Geneva, NE | 2 | $39,167 | $37,500 | Garfield County Frontier Fair Association | Donation | apps.irs.gov |
| Dossie Isaacson Residuary Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $38,489 | $38,489 | Creighton University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Baker Char Trust Fbo Univ of Ne FDN | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $38,000 | $38,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| SN Bud and Gloria Wolbach Charitable Foundati | Omaha, NE | 1 | $37,500 | $37,500 | Central Community College Foundation | Unrestricted grant | apps.irs.gov |
| The Schmieding Foundation | Springdale, AR | 3 | $37,472 | $25,247 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Various | apps.irs.gov |
| Mariska Family Foundation | Tulsa, OK | 1 | $36,650 | $36,650 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Donation for charitable purposes | apps.irs.gov |
| Olson Tom & Cynthia Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $36,400 | $33,400 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Komarek Charitable Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $35,600 | $35,600 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Leon J Millard | Chicago, IL | 4 | $35,000 | $10,000 | Avenue Scholars | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Amazonsmile Foundation | Seattle, WA | 255 | $34,180 | $937 | Norris Pto | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| LMJ Foundation Inc | Omaha, NE | 2 | $34,000 | $33,000 | Concordia University | Undesignated | apps.irs.gov |
| John and Jane Ellsworth Family Foundation | Sheldon, SC | 1 | $32,000 | $32,000 | D2 Center Inc | Undesignated | apps.irs.gov |
| James Stuart III Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 3 | $31,000 | $27,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Assurity Life Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 4 | $29,000 | $26,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Liberal Arts Education | apps.irs.gov |
| Bernard K and Norma F Heuermann Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $29,000 | $27,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To provide funding for the following: center for plant science innovation fund $25,000; lead agriculture leadership fund $2,000. | apps.irs.gov |
| Creigh Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 3 | $28,500 | $27,500 | Concordia University | General Operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Mark and Ruth Ann Dunn Foundation | Dallas, TX | 1 | $27,500 | $27,500 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Provide support | apps.irs.gov |
| CW Yount Foundation Inc | Gering, NE | 2 | $26,000 | $14,000 | Summit Christian College | College Support | apps.irs.gov |
| May L Flanagan Foundation Inc | Lincoln, NE | 3 | $26,000 | $20,000 | Pius X Foundation | To support the "new secure entrance, welcome center, and student health center" project. | apps.irs.gov |
| Moore R E & E E Char FNDTN | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $25,500 | $25,500 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Adams RBG Empowerment Fund | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $25,000 | $25,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | To endow the Adams RBG scholarship fund. | apps.irs.gov |
| Bugeaters Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $25,000 | $25,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Support organization | apps.irs.gov |
| Montgomery Family Foundation Inc | Alpharetta, GA | 1 | $25,000 | $25,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Undergraduate financial assistance | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert and Carole Julian Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $25,000 | $25,000 | Hastings College Foundation | General | apps.irs.gov |
| Susan Stuart Seiler Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $25,000 | $25,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Harbor of Dreams Inc | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $24,400 | $24,400 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To further the scholarship programs of the organization. | apps.irs.gov |
| Hazel S Putneyunl FDN Tuw | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $24,230 | $24,230 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Beach Byer Charitable Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $24,000 | $24,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Michael Krantz Endowment Education Scholarship Trust | Omaha, NE | 1 | $24,000 | $24,000 | Doane University | To provide scholarships to doane college students | apps.irs.gov |
| Payne Family Foundation | Baltimore, MD | 1 | $24,000 | $24,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Taylor Vern & Esther Char Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 2 | $23,500 | $15,000 | Central Community College Foundation Inc | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Grace Schulte Foundation | Eagan, MN | 1 | $21,651 | $21,651 | Creighton University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Holmes Sarah Tuw | Eagan, MN | 1 | $21,053 | $21,053 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Kirkpatrick Charitable Trust | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $21,000 | $21,000 | Bellevue University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Mooberry Glenn Foundation | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $20,790 | $20,790 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Swarts Family Foundation | Seattle, WA | 1 | $20,600 | $20,600 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Educational | apps.irs.gov |
| Anne Thorne Weaver Family Foundation Inc | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Creighton University | Fine & performing arts | apps.irs.gov |
| Help Foundation of Omaha Inc | Omaha, NE | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Community Information Trust | Omaha public library | apps.irs.gov |
| King-White Family Foundation Inc | Coppell, TX | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Creighton University | Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Kla Samaritan Foundation Inc Co First | Raleigh, NC | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Omaha Street School | General funding | apps.irs.gov |
| Richard Brooke Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Learning for All | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| The James Huntington Foundation | Warrenville, IL | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| The Winnings Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Pius X Foundation | To help fund their charitable work. | apps.irs.gov |
| Van Spronssen HP Charitable | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Weiss Family Foundation | Miami Beach, FL | 1 | $20,000 | $20,000 | Community Information Trust | To support operations of the nation's first technology library | apps.irs.gov |
| Rubendall Foundation Charitable Trust | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $19,500 | $19,500 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Artist in residence/ performing arts | apps.irs.gov |
| Allan and Ann Mactier Charitable Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $18,000 | $8,000 | Voice Advocacy Center | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Karl H and Wealtha H Nelson Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $18,000 | $8,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Clifton B & Anne S Batchelder Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $17,500 | $15,000 | Bellevue University | Unrestricted gift | apps.irs.gov |
| The Rebensdorf Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $17,500 | $15,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | To provide benefits through private financial support from individuals, corporations, organizations and foundations to the university of nebraska and its four campuses. | apps.irs.gov |
| Todd and Mary Heistand Family Foundation | Woodbine, IA | 2 | $17,500 | $10,000 | 100 Black Men of Omaha | Cte pathways programming | apps.irs.gov |
| Verizon Foundation | Basking Ridge, NJ | 2 | $16,700 | $10,200 | Concordia University | Other civic / community | apps.irs.gov |
| Byron J & Linda A Stigge Foundation | Omaha, NE | 3 | $16,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Support academic scholarship for engineering school undergraduates. | apps.irs.gov |
| Iowa West Foundation | Council Bluffs, IA | 1 | $15,470 | $15,470 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Samuel bak museum: the learning center k-12 field trips | apps.irs.gov |
| Comer Science & Education Foundation | Waukesha, WI | 1 | $15,000 | $15,000 | Central High School Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Greater Omaha Packing Co Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $15,000 | $10,000 | Northeast Community College Foundation | General purpose contribution | apps.irs.gov |
| Hoegemeyer Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $15,000 | $10,000 | Midland University | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Mentors | Incline Village, NV | 1 | $15,000 | $15,000 | Echo Collective | Kelly ross, scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Opus Prize Foundation | Sious Falls, SD | 1 | $15,000 | $15,000 | Teamlift Inc | General Operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Rogers Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $15,000 | $15,000 | Bright Lights | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Schmick Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $15,000 | $15,000 | Teamlift Inc | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| Barbara Sawyer Charitable Trust | Glenwood, IA | 1 | $14,549 | $14,549 | Bellevue University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Pease Family Charitable Trust | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $12,769 | $12,769 | Friends of the Library Foundation Inc | To support the atkinson community. | apps.irs.gov |
| O R ''bub'' Hull Scholarship FDN | Kansas City, MO | 1 | $12,520 | $12,520 | Creighton University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Land O'Lakes Foundation | St Paul, MN | 5 | $11,500 | $5,000 | Central Community College Foundation Inc | Member co-op matches | apps.irs.gov |
| Lee and Debbie Stuart Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 3 | $11,500 | $5,000 | Osiri University Foundation | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Raikes Foundation | Seattle, WA | 2 | $11,200 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $11,000 | $10,750 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Pledge to jeffrey raikes school of business | apps.irs.gov |
| Therese and Tim Fitzgibbons | Omaha, NE | 1 | $10,700 | $10,700 | Creighton University | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Cost of Discipleship Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $10,678 | $5,678 | Omaha Street School | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| The Steinhart Foundation Inc | Nebraska City, NE | 2 | $10,500 | $8,000 | Nebraska City Public Schools Foundation | Choir robes | apps.irs.gov |
| Adah K Millard Charitable Trust | Chicago, IL | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation Inc | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Metropolitan Community College Foundation | General & Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Beirow Family Foundation Inc | Hastings, NE | 2 | $10,000 | $5,000 | Central Community College Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Bomgaars Family Foundation | Sioux City, IA | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Northeast Community College Foundation | Donation | apps.irs.gov |
| Claire & Maurits Edersheim Foundation | New Haven, CT | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Univ Nebraska FDN | Donation | apps.irs.gov |
| Dorothy Antoinette Laselle Foundation | Houston, TX | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Art donation program | apps.irs.gov |
| First Interstate Bancsystem Foundation Inc | Billings, MT | 4 | $10,000 | $2,500 | Community Pantry and Emergency Services Inc | Neighbors Feeding Neighbors | apps.irs.gov |
| GR'S Foundation | Wichita, KS | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Big Gumdrop Outdoors | Operating fund for other public charity | apps.irs.gov |
| Harms Family Foundation | Edmond, OK | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | York University | Christ-centered education | apps.irs.gov |
| Hugo A and Thelma Aspegren Charitable Trust | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Dimensions Educational Research Foundation | Provide educational and charitable services. | apps.irs.gov |
| Jim & Susan Neuberger Foundation | Oklahoma City, OK | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Creighton University | Exempt purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| John & Hilda Arnold Foundation Inc | Los Angeles, CA | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| Jolley Family Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Hunter HD Hogan Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Lorenz Family Foundation | Portland, OR | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Concordia University | Evelyn marie abel lorenz scholarship. | apps.irs.gov |
| Mansfield Charitable Foundation | Tama, IA | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Petersburg Community Foundation | Petersburg village campus | apps.irs.gov |
| Marilyn Senn Moll Charitable Trust | Brooklyn, OH | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| McLaughlin Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Monticello College Foundation | Godfrey, IL | 2 | $10,000 | $9,970 | Hastings College | Teacher education scholasrhips | apps.irs.gov |
| Myrtle L Atkinson Foundation | Menlo Park, CA | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Educational grant | apps.irs.gov |
| O'Neal Family Foundation | Steamboat Springs, CO | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Perry Family Charitable Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Creighton University | To further program services | apps.irs.gov |
| Robertson Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Creighton University | Women's rowing program | apps.irs.gov |
| Schmoker Family Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Simon Manota E FDN | Saint Louis, MO | 2 | $10,000 | $5,000 | Avenue Scholars | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Sommerhauser Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| The Further Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Dibs for Kids | Delivering Infinite Book Shelves (DIBS) for Kids: Nebraska English Learning Classroom Books | apps.irs.gov |
| The George H and Elta Spencer Thompson Foundation | Sterling, CO | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| The Graff Charitable Foundation Inc Co P Mark Graff | McCook, NE | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | McCook College Foundation | Mcc east campus | apps.irs.gov |
| Thomas and Maura Ryan Family Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Creighton University | Operating funds | apps.irs.gov |
| Turner Foundation Inc | Atlanta, GA | 1 | $10,000 | $10,000 | Nextgen Leaders | Further organization's exempt purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| The Spotts Trust Charles Hermes Trustee | Hastings, NE | 2 | $9,770 | $9,270 | Hastings College | Education | apps.irs.gov |
| Lois & Gene Konopik Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $9,000 | $9,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Undesignated | apps.irs.gov |
| Marjorie Leu Skala Foundation Trust | Overland Park, KS | 3 | $9,000 | $4,500 | Hastings College | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| National Veterans Leadership Foundation | New Albany, OH | 2 | $8,250 | $7,500 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Support for military community advocate | apps.irs.gov |
| Goldring Family Foundation | Metairie, LA | 2 | $8,000 | $4,000 | Bellevue University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Hoff Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $8,000 | $7,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarship funds | apps.irs.gov |
| The Denney Charitable Trust | Omaha, NE | 1 | $8,000 | $8,000 | Doane University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| The Eleanor Willoughby Scholarship Trust | Crawford, NE | 1 | $8,000 | $8,000 | York University | Education - scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Duncan Family Trust | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Hawkins Family Foundation | Vero Beach, FL | 2 | $7,500 | $5,000 | Central High School Foundation | General funding | apps.irs.gov |
| Mica Medical Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | Creighton University | Scholastic Achievement Awards | apps.irs.gov |
| The Cardinal Foundation | Albuquerque, NM | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | Creighton University | Ellyn thompson memorial scholarship fund | apps.irs.gov |
| Texas Instruments Foundation | Dallas, TX | 4 | $7,371 | $2,884 | Pillar Seminary | Donations to colleges, universities and other organizations under "matching gifts program." | apps.irs.gov |
| Howard Hadley Charitable Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $7,318 | $7,318 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| One Hive Foundation | Boston, MA | 2 | $7,081 | $5,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Unl bee lab excellence fund # 01163710 | apps.irs.gov |
| Jonathan F Reichert Foundationinc | Buffalo, NY | 1 | $7,065 | $7,065 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Purchase equipment | apps.irs.gov |
| Jacob J Isaacson Trust Up V | Eagan, MN | 1 | $7,029 | $7,029 | Creighton University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Edward Gentleman Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $7,024 | $7,024 | North Platte Public Schools FDN | General support | apps.irs.gov |
| Olsson Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $7,000 | $4,000 | Bright Lights | General | apps.irs.gov |
| Spire Robert & Elaine Char Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 2 | $7,000 | $3,500 | Doane University | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| National School Choice Awareness Foundation Inc | Aventura, FL | 1 | $6,500 | $6,500 | Opportunity Scholarships of Nebraska | Support education awareness events | apps.irs.gov |
| Resnick Family Community Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | 1 | $6,500 | $6,500 | Concordia University | Donee's tax exempt purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| Bergman Family Foundation | Carlsbad, CA | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Creighton University | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Bettenhausen Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Lincoln Christian School Foundation | General purpose | apps.irs.gov |
| Chase Foundation Mack C Chase Trustee | Artesia, NM | 2 | $6,000 | $3,250 | Creighton University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Clara Schlichtemeier Char Fund Inc | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Heins Global Foundation | Edmonds, WA | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Afghan Health | apps.irs.gov |
| Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation | Brush, CO | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Creighton University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Snow Redfern Memorial Foundation | Alliance, NE | 2 | $6,000 | $5,000 | Friends of the Bridgeport City Library | Community capacity grant | apps.irs.gov |
| Troy A Kanter Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Doane University | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| W B Millard Memorial FD Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $5,733 | $5,733 | Creighton University | General | apps.irs.gov |
| The Landen Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $5,500 | $3,000 | Avenue Scholars | Charitable | apps.irs.gov |
| Marguerite V Brown | Eagan, MN | 3 | $5,132 | $2,442 | Creighton University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Thurl B and Fern A Strain Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $5,096 | $5,096 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Al and Joyce Johnston Scholarship Fund - Trust B | Telluride, CO | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Doane University | College scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Alan & Marcia Baer Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $5,000 | $3,000 | Dibs for Kids | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| American Charitable Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Bright Lights | General donation | apps.irs.gov |
| Berneice M Hopper Private Foundation 9285002 | Omaha, NE | 2 | $5,000 | $4,000 | York University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Black Benjamin A Char | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Central Community College Foundation Inc | General operating | apps.irs.gov |
| Heider Family Foundation Co Susan H Coleman | Evergreen, CO | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Creighton University | Student retention | apps.irs.gov |
| Hickey Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | College of St Mary | Charity | apps.irs.gov |
| Jephson Educational Trust #1 XXXXX0006 | Chicago, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Bellevue University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Margolis Family Foundation | Corona Del Mar, CA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Wayne State Foundation | Support | apps.irs.gov |
| McKee Family Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable contribution | apps.irs.gov |
| Quivey-Bay State Foundation | Scottsbluff, NE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Summit Christian College | Religious education | apps.irs.gov |
| R Joe Dennis Foundation | Bellevue, NE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Bellevue University | Golf Team | apps.irs.gov |
| Richard H Lewis Family Foundation | Englewood, CO | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Concordia University | Education | apps.irs.gov |
| Romana Charitable Foundation | Barrington, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Creighton University | Charitable support | apps.irs.gov |
| Ross Charitable Trust | Wichita, KS | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Concordia University | General mission | apps.irs.gov |
| Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh Family Foundation Inc | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Stanley L Urwiller Foundation | Grand Island, NE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Literacy Council of Grand Island | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| The Barry Foundation | Fargo, ND | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Creighton University | Barry Scholarship Program | apps.irs.gov |
| The Moscrip Family Foundation Inc | Eagle, ID | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Creighton University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| The Renaissance Foundation | Portland, OR | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Creighton University | Scholarships | apps.irs.gov |
| Thomas W Dower Foundation | Kenilworth, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Creighton University | To provide for charitable activities as determined by the recipient organization | apps.irs.gov |
| Wittler Family Foundation | Elkhorn, NE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Promote education | apps.irs.gov |
| Olsson Foundation Inc | Lincoln, NE | 2 | $4,500 | $2,500 | Dibs for Kids | Books for classrooms in north omaha | apps.irs.gov |
| Rolfs Educational Foundation LTD | Eagan, MN | 1 | $4,500 | $4,500 | Concordia University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| JPMorgan Chase Foundation | New York, NY | 6 | $4,300 | $2,000 | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Matching contribution (general operating support) | apps.irs.gov |
| William D Zimmerman Charitable Trust | Beatrice, NE | 2 | $4,056 | $3,073 | University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable activities | apps.irs.gov |
| Cocherl Family Foundation | Leawood, KS | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Hastings College | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| Frederick & Emma Hunter Char Trust | Saint Louis, MO | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | University of Nebraska Foundation | General operations | apps.irs.gov |
| Jeffrey C Kasch Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Creighton University | General operating support | apps.irs.gov |
| Kretschmer Private Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $4,000 | $2,000 | Central High School Foundation | General & Unrestricted | apps.irs.gov |
| Saccomanno Higher Education Foundation | Grand Junction, CO | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Creighton University | Education | apps.irs.gov |
| The Allstate Foundation | Northbrook, IL | 4 | $4,000 | $1,000 | Launch Leadership Inc | Employee helping hands | apps.irs.gov |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 7 | $3,855 | $2,000 | Go Links Inc | Matching gifts | apps.irs.gov |
| Kirsch Scholarship Fund | Eagan, MN | 1 | $3,815 | $3,815 | Creighton University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| The Leland Trust Co Carol Haynes | Holyoke, CO | 1 | $3,500 | $3,500 | Midland University | Scholarship | apps.irs.gov |
| William E & Rose Marie Davis Foundation | Bennington, NE | 2 | $3,500 | $3,000 | Elkhorn Band Boosters | General - instruments | apps.irs.gov |
Largest grants
| Foundation | Recipient | Recipient location | Purpose | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Charles and Mary Heider Family Foundation | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $25,189,040 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Clifton Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Generally to support the don clifton strengths institute and college builders program through a long-term partnership with university of nebraska-lincoln college of business administration. | $6,642,400 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Community Information Trust | Omaha, NE | Omaha central public library project | $5,579,890 | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | Community Information Trust | Omaha, NE | Capital campaign | $5,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert B Daugherty Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program Support | $4,810,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Johnny Carson Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Carson center for emerging media arts - $2,000,000lied center building fund-$2,500,000cyfs program - $25,000husker pantry - $20,000 | $4,545,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Buffett Early Childhood Fund | Educare of Omaha Inc | Omaha, NE | Quality early childhood program operating support | $3,717,994 | apps.irs.gov |
| Buffett Early Childhood Fund | Early Childhood Impact Group | Omaha, NE | Educare learning network program support | $3,608,022 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Collective for Youth | Omaha, NE | Elementary school program 2026-2027 | $3,527,210 | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert B Daugherty Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Capital Project Support | $3,250,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert B Daugherty Foundation | Community Information Trust | Omaha, NE | Capital Project Support | $3,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | Hastings College Foundation | Hastings, NE | Capital campaign | $3,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide capital support for the UNO Durham Science Center Renovation Project. | $3,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Unmc college of public health - expanding centering pregnance in ne | $2,500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide capital support for Phase I of the Go Big Capital Campaign. | $2,500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Collective for Youth | Omaha, NE | Middle school program 2026-2027 | $2,133,558 | apps.irs.gov |
| Marvin and Virginia Schmid Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships/library/technology | $1,866,049 | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Next generation, program support, and scholarships | $1,726,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $1,697,571 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $1,576,973 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program support | $1,530,365 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Meinders Foundation | Concordia University | Seward, NE | Scholarships | $1,500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $1,418,836 | apps.irs.gov |
| Diabetes Care Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating, educational | $1,400,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Charles and Mary Heider Family Foundation | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $1,380,500 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | Community Information Trust | Omaha, NE | To provide capital support for the new Omaha Central Public Library. | $1,250,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | Community Information Trust | Omaha, NE | To provide capital support for the new Omaha Central Public Library. | $1,250,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $1,250,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program support | $1,162,174 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $1,100,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Bellucci Depaoli Family Foundation Inc | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | General operating support | $1,090,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Nebraska resource project for vulnerable young children | $1,069,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $1,048,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program support | $1,042,014 | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | Southeast Community College Educational Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Capital campaign and scholarships | $1,041,877 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Nebraska college preparatory academy | $1,025,163 | apps.irs.gov |
| Rebecca Susan Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating | $1,002,528 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | College of St Mary | Omaha, NE | General operating support | $1,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Philip S Mullin Charitable Trust | Nebraska Wesleyan University | Lincoln, NE | Phillip s mullin innovation & entrepreneurship program | $1,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| CL and Rachel Werner Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Proton Therapy Fund | $1,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| D F Dillon Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Capital improvements | $1,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert and Ardis James Foundation Inc | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | the International Quilt Museum Endowment Fund | $1,000,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Abel Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Capital campaign | $933,333 | apps.irs.gov |
| Bob and Evelyn Veach Found | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating | $800,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Gardner Foundation | Wayne State Foundation | Wayne, NE | Scholarships | $764,194 | apps.irs.gov |
| Hirschfeld Family Foundation Inc | Central Community College Foundation | Hastings, NE | Capital Improvements | $750,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Virginia G Piper Charitable Trust | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | Establish endowed chair position and a fellowship in health disparities at Virginia G Piper Medical Clinic at Society of St Vincent de Paul in Phoenix | $750,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | Metropolitan Community College Foundation | Omaha, NE | Program support | $703,300 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Unmc indigenous & rural health program | $693,590 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Little Priest Tribal College | Winnebago, NE | Career & technical education building | $600,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Pegler Family Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operations | $600,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program support | $587,265 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Nebraska early literacy project uno/ops partnership | $579,281 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program support | $579,103 | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | Central Community College Foundation | Hastings, NE | Scholarships | $577,315 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Jim and Shirley Young Family Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Young scholars and coe pancreatic cancer | $575,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of scholarship support for the 2023 Cohort (#2) of Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. | $570,526 | apps.irs.gov |
| Walter Scott Family Foundation | Northeast Community College Foundation | Norfolk, NE | Scholarships | $568,342 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide one year of program administration expense support for the Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy (PKFEA) Learning Community (2024-2025). | $538,377 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation | Northeast Community College Foundation | Norfolk, NE | Program support | $520,929 | apps.irs.gov |
| G Robert Muchemore Foundation | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | Scholarships | $507,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | D2 Center | Omaha, NE | 2026 operating grant | $506,491 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Rod Rhoden Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Unrestricted | $501,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Robert B Daugherty Foundation | College of St Mary | Omaha, NE | Capital Project Support | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Union Pacific Foundation | Community Information Trust | Omaha, NE | Public spaces: recreation and beautification | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | General operating support | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| D F Dillon Foundation | Pius X Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Capital improvements | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Southeast Community College Educational Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Welding technology center | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Giving 3 Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General fund | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Union Pacific Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Education: higher | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| D F Dillon Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Program | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Jans Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Funds for discretionary use | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operating support | $500,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of scholarship support for the 2023 Cohort (#2) of Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. | $475,286 | apps.irs.gov |
| G Robert Muchemore Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $466,356 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Henry Luce Foundation Inc | Creighton University | Omaha, NE | Support for the Clare Boothe Luce STEM program | $458,200 | apps.irs.gov |
| Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation | Westside Foundation | Omaha, NE | Program support | $454,351 | apps.irs.gov |
| Schilke Midland Hockey Endowment TS | Midland University | Fremont, NE | Program related | $454,246 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of scholarship support for the 2022 Cohort (#1) of Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. | $454,013 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | The Simple Foundation | Omaha, NE | Simple fresh market | $404,841 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Metropolitan Community College Foundation | Omaha, NE | Gateway to college | $400,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Union Pacific Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Health and wellness | $400,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| TL Davis Family Charitable Trust | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $400,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | College of St Mary | Omaha, NE | General operating support | $399,690 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Reducing & preventing opiod use among umoho nation youth | $398,832 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of scholarship support for the 2024 Cohort (#3) Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. | $395,122 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of scholarship support for the 2024 Cohort (#3) Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. | $389,976 | apps.irs.gov |
| Mathile Family Foundation | Teamlift Inc | Omaha, NE | Lusubilo agriculture nutrition integration (ani) project & support for st. mary's girls secondary school karonga | $388,183 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Collective for Youth | Omaha, NE | 2026 operating grant | $378,473 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Lozier Foundation | Collective for Youth | Omaha, NE | General operating support | $375,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Metropolitan Community College Foundation | Omaha, NE | Adult basic education college & career readiness grant | $368,646 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | Stand for Schools | Lincoln, NE | 2026 operating grant | $352,458 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Go Big Red Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Support for mission of organization | $351,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Nswers: from system building to system use | $350,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Ronald and Jane Olson Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Charitable | $350,000 | apps.irs.gov |
| Holmes Georgeart Vi Tuw | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $346,491 | apps.irs.gov |
| The Sherwood Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Uno office of engagement: building civic leaders in omaha | $346,410 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of scholarship support for the 2022 Cohort (#1) of Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. | $341,675 | apps.irs.gov |
| Peter Kiewit Foundation | University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To provide four years of program support for Nebraska Statewide Workforce & Educational Reporting Systems (NSWERS). | $340,000 | apps.irs.gov |
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Updated September 24, 2026. Read from IRS Form 990-PF e-file data. Public domain (U.S. government work). Grants are as each foundation reported them to the IRS on its Form 990-PF. Grants to individuals are left out. A grant has a cause only where the recipient's name and city match one organization in the IRS Business Master File, and the cause is that organization's NTEE major group. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.