Foundations that fund organizations in Auburn, Nebraska
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Auburn nonprofits
20 private foundations gave $298K to Auburn organizations in their latest filings; 7 of the 20 that say either way accept applications.
30 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Auburn around $500. 11 of these funders are based in Nebraska; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 20
- Accept applications
- 7
- of 20 that state a policy
- Dollars to Auburn
- $298K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 30
- Typical median grant
- $500
- Based in NE
- 55%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Auburn organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sherwood Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $100K | $100K | Preselected only | Chronic disease prevention & awareness program |
| Paul John Anton & Doris Wirth Foundation Inc | Nebraska City, NE | 1 | $90K | $90K | Preselected only | Restoration grant - harmony school |
| Follrichs Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 10 | $53K | $816 | Preselected only | Scholarship Grant; General & Unrestricted |
| The Laurine Volkmer Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $24K | $24K | Preselected only | $12,000 to support general programs of the organization; $1… |
| Debby Durham Family Foundation C/O Hancock & Dana Pc | Omaha, NE | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | General operating funds |
| Weber Family Foundation Inc | Rapid City, SD | 1 | $6,000 | $6,000 | Preselected only | For general operating support |
| David Novak Leadership Inc C/O Cornerstone Family Office | Mayfield Heights, OH | 1 | $4,480 | $4,480 | Yes | Leadership |
| Eugene Holt Massey Charitable Trust | Norfolk, VA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General support |
| The Wise Family Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General fund |
| Jeo Foundation | Wahoo, NE | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | General donation |
| Baird Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Charitable operations expenses |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
| Robert and Carole Julian Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $400 | $400 | Preselected only | General |
| Susan & Jerome Ettelson Fund | Chicago, IL | 1 | $400 | $400 | Preselected only | To further program services |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska Foundation | Omaha, NE | 1 | $400 | $400 | Yes | Matching gift program |
| Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $300 | $300 | Preselected only | General support |
| Assurity Life Foundation | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $283 | $283 | Yes | Animal Shelter |
| Jc & Jessie Seacrest Family Fndtn FIRST Nebraska Trust Co Trustee | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $200 | $200 | Yes | General charitable purpose |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Mental health, crisis intervention |
| Lincoln Financial Foundation Inc | Radnor, PA | 1 | $51 | $51 | Yes | Matching gifts |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Auburn, Nebraska?
The Sherwood Foundation, Paul John Anton & Doris Wirth Foundation Inc, Follrichs Foundation, The Laurine Volkmer Foundation, Debby Durham Family Foundation C/O Hancock & Dana Pc and 15 others reported grants to Auburn organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Auburn. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.