Foundations that fund organizations in Valentine, Nebraska
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Valentine nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $171K to Valentine organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Valentine around $18K. 2 of these funders are based in Nebraska; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Valentine
- $171K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $18K
- Based in NE
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Valentine organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pestel Charitable Foundation Inc | Valentine, NE | 6 | $118K | $18K | Yes | Building upgrades; Microfilm; Main street artwork |
| Hirschfeld Family Foundation Inc | Kearney, NE | 1 | $50K | $50K | Yes | Capital Improvements |
| The Chesterman Family Foundation | Sioux City, IA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | To further programs of the organization |
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 Valentine, Nebraska?
Pestel Charitable Foundation Inc, Hirschfeld Family Foundation Inc, The Chesterman Family Foundation reported grants to Valentine 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 Valentine. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.