Updated Nov 4, 2026
Private foundations based in Grand Island, Nebraska
7 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, holding $18M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stueven Charitable Foundationsince 1990 | $294K4 grants · 2024 | $60K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
| Edgar Reynolds Foundation Incsince 1978 | $230K33 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $4.4M |
| The Chief Foundation Incsince 2006 | $224K12 grants · 2025 | $11K | Yes | $3.9M |
| Virgil Eihusen Foundation Incsince 1989 | $141K9 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $2.1M |
| Stanley L Urwiller Foundationsince 2000 | $65K8 grants · 2024 | $6,305 | Preselected only | $1.3M |
| Tom and Kim Dinsdale Foundationsince 2026 | — | — | Preselected only | $2.7M |
| College Park at Grand Islandsince 1994 | — | — | Preselected only | $2.1M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Nebraska
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Nebraska Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateNebraska Arts Council | Nebraska Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities Nebraska — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities Nebraska | Humanities Nebraska | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Grand Island, Nebraska?
Our directory lists 7 private grantmaking foundations in Grand Island, Nebraska with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $18M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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