Updated Nov 5, 2026
Private foundations based in Omaha, Nebraska
125 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, holding $13B in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conagra Brands Foundationsince 1977 | $4.8M1 grants · 2024 | $4.8M | Yes | $5.2M |
| Hdr Foundationsince 2013 | $2.5M90 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $5.0M |
| Behavioral Health Support Foundationsince 2006 | $928K1 grants · 2025 | $928K | Yes | $1.6M |
| Woodmenlife Outreach Foundationsince 2020 | $771K169 grants · 2024 | $2,562 | Preselected only | $3.5M |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska Foundationsince 2024 | $771K73 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $3.9M |
| Seline Family Foundation Incsince 1994 | $556K45 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Yes | $5.8M |
| Owen Foundationsince 1961 | $553K26 grants · 2023 | $6,500 | Yes | $1.5M |
| Soener Foundationsince 1988 | $502K75 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Robert Herman Storz Foundationsince 1959 | $452K30 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $3.4M |
| Aj and Lynda Scribante Charitable Foundationsince 1984 | $431K33 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $3.1M |
| Julie Morsman Schroeder Foundationsince 1997 | $400K16 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $2.9M |
| The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundationsince 1992 | $387K53 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Yes | $4.4M |
| Robert and Carole Julian Foundationsince 1997 | $381K64 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $4.1M |
| Oea Foundation Incsince 2020 | $373K78 grants · 2024 | $4,000 | Yes | $6.0M |
| Backer Family Charitable Trustsince 2010 | $360K45 grants · 2025 | $4,000 | Preselected only | $3.5M |
| William and Virginia Kunold Trust for the Education of Protestantsince 2022 | $343K1 grants · 2025 | $343K | Preselected only | $5.9M |
| Lothlorien Foundationsince 1999 | $318K22 grants · 2025 | $3,450 | Yes | $3.2M |
| Soli Deo Gloria Foundationsince 2007 | $310K6 grants · 2024 | $35K | Preselected only | $3.5M |
| Burlington Capital Foundationsince 2002 | $304K27 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.1M |
| Ray C McKinley Family Foundationsince 2007 | $288K79 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $4.5M |
| W L and Sydney M Winstrom Charitable Trustsince 2016 | $260K7 grants · 2025 | $25K | Yes | $3.1M |
| Clifton B Batchelder and Anne Stuart Batchelder Foundationsince 2004 | $252K36 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $3.9M |
| Joyce N Wilson Foundation Incsince 2024 | $235K4 grants · 2025 | $60K | Preselected only | $5.7M |
| Rebensdorf Family Foundationsince 2007 | $229K71 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $3.5M |
| Silver Foundationsince 2004 | $219K7 grants · 2025 | $11K | Preselected only | $2.0M |
| Baer Foundationsince 1951 | $215K54 grants · 2024 | $2,000 | Yes | $2.7M |
| Bruce M Fellman Charitable Foundation Trustsince 1987 | $191K39 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.5M |
| Karl H and Wealtha H Nelson Foundationsince 1993 | $177K23 grants · 2025 | $6,000 | Yes | $2.3M |
| Jane and Jim Schulte Foundationsince 2016 | $170K2 grants · 2024 | $85K | Preselected only | $2.9M |
| Gilbert C Swanson Foundation Incsince 1963 | $167K19 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $3.7M |
| Bruce E and Debra K Grewcock Foundationsince 2002 | $160K4 grants · 2025 | $28K | Preselected only | $5.0M |
| Wl and Sydney M Winstrom Charitable Tr No 2since 2021 | $155K2 grants · 2025 | $78K | Yes | $3.6M |
| Blue Stem Prairie Foundationsince 2005 | $150K37 grants · 2025 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $1.9M |
| Robert W Baltzell Foundationsince 2022 | $150K25 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $5.3M |
| Jaros Family Foundationsince 1998 | $147K13 grants · 2024 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $5.6M |
| Winifred Ruth Frances & Dorothy Edwards Foundation Incsince 1981 | $143K70 grants · 2025 | $1,500 | Yes | $2.1M |
| Irene & Joseph Malek Charitable Trsince 2003 | $142K9 grants · 2025 | $17K | Yes | $2.3M |
| Virginia Pettengill Second Charitable Trustsince 2018 | $136K4 grants · 2025 | $34K | Preselected only | $2.1M |
| William R Patrick Foundationsince 1990 | $128K21 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $2.5M |
| Berneice M Hopper Privatefoundationsince 2008 | $124K28 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Yes | $1.5M |
| Barker Family Foundationsince 2007 | $114K13 grants · 2024 | $2,900 | Preselected only | $2.9M |
| McCarthy Redland Family Foundationsince 1995 | $112K39 grants · 2025 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Robert E Long Education Endowment Trustsince 2008 | $108K1 grants · 2025 | $108K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
| Carl Frohm Memorial Foundationsince 1980 | $107K17 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $2.2M |
| Becker Family Foundationsince 2002 | $100K2 grants · 2025 | $50K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
| Sunshine Foundation Trustsince 1998 | $94K12 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $5.9M |
| Landen Foundationsince 1962 | $92K28 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $1.3M |
| Harvey & Arlone Twyman Memorial Tr Foundationsince 1988 | $86K8 grants · 2025 | $14K | Preselected only | $1.5M |
| Virginia Pettengill Third Charitable Trsince 2018 | $80K1 grants · 2025 | $80K | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| American Charitable Foundationsince 1992 | $71K14 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.6M |
| The Carruth J Wagner MD Foundationsince 2008 | $67K4 grants · 2025 | $19K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Byron J and Linda a Stigge Foundationsince 2009 | $61K15 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Sandcastle Foundationsince 2012 | $60K11 grants · 2025 | $6,000 | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| 5foru Foundationsince 2023 | $50K6 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $2.2M |
| Robbins Family Charitable Foundationsince 2012 | $50K10 grants · 2025 | $4,250 | Yes | $1.2M |
| Donald and Waunetta Mullen Family Foundationsince 2023 | $40K3 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| The Todd Simon Foundationsince 2004 | $6,0002 grants · 2024 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $1.4M |
| Carson Family Giving Foundationsince 2015 | $5,7211 grants · 2024 | $5,721 | Preselected only | $4.4M |
| Leo G and Thelma E Wernimont Family Foundationsince 2024 | — | — | Preselected only | $2.7M |
| Nebraska Polio Survivors Associationsince 1986 | — | — | Preselected only | $1.1M |
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 Omaha, Nebraska?
Our directory lists 125 private grantmaking foundations in Omaha, Nebraska with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $13B. 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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