Private foundation · EIN 88-0230583 · Reno, Nevada

Pioneer Foundation Inc

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 10 grants paid, $231K total, median $7,769. 100% of grants stayed in Nevada.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
10
$231K
Median grant
$7,769
Stays in NV
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$4.3M

Grants paid in 2025

10 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Washoe County Elementary SchoolsReno, NVEducation$122K
Nevada Youth EmpowermentReno, NVTo promote affordable housing and youth programs$40K
Washoe County Middle SchoolsReno, NVEducation$34K
Karma Box ProjectReno, NVCommunity initiative that allows people to give non-perishable food, hygiene products, toiletries, and other useful items to those in need$13K
Downtown AmbassadorsReno, NVTo revitalize downtown areas$12K
Northern Nevada HopesReno, NVMedical research$4,000
Boys and Girls ClubReno, NVEducation, recreation$2,500
Options Veterinary CareReno, NVTo provide quality, affordable, and accessible spay/neuter services and veterinary care options for pets and community cats to keep pets an…$2,102
Reno-Sparks Pop WarnerReno, NVTo enable young people to benefit from participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment.$1,000
Reno Police DepartmentReno, NVSenior auxiliary volunteer effort (save)$991

About this foundation

Pioneer Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Reno, Nevada, tax-exempt since 1991. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Pioneer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Pioneer Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $231K across 10 grants, a median of $7,769.

Where does Pioneer Foundation Inc give?

Nevada (10 grants), per its latest filing.

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