How to apply
Written application with appropriate documentation Contact: The Chief Foundation Co Cheryl Vajg, Po Box 2078, Grand Island, Ne, 3083897200 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Grants will be made to organizations that are tax-exempt as defined in section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
Top 8 of 12 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Island Children's MuseumGrand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $60K |
| Central Catholic Development FoundationGrand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $50K |
| Greater Grand Island Community FoundationGrand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $25K |
| Northeast Community CollegeNorfolk, NE | Capital asset support for community | $20K |
| Hamilton County Inclusive PlaygroundAurora, NE | Capital asset support for community | $20K |
| Centura Educational FoundationCairo, NE | Capital asset support for community | $5,000 |
| Good Samaritan Food Pantry RensselaerRensselaer, IN | Capital asset support for community | $5,000 |
| Crossroads Mission AvenueHastings, NE | Capital asset support for community | $5,000 |
By state: Nebraska 10 · Indiana 2
About this foundation
The Chief Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Grand Island, Nebraska, administered in care of Dj Eihusen, tax-exempt since 2006. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does The Chief Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Written application with appropriate documentation Deadlines: NONE.
How much does The Chief Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $224K across 12 grants, a median of $11K.
Where does The Chief Foundation Inc give?
Nebraska (10 grants), Indiana (2 grants), per its latest filing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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