The Nehring Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nehring Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $212,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $21,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$212,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $208,000 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $176,000 | 25 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $208,000 | 25 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $212,000 | 23 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Nehring Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Nehring Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 14 | $140,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $17,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $12,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Claret Center | Religious | $21,000 |
| Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty | Education | $18,000 |
| Young Americans | Civic | $17,000 |
| Goldwater Institute | Civic | $17,000 |
| St Theresa's Parish | Religious | $16,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | Aid to poor | $15,000 |
| Froedtert Hospital Foundation | Medical | $13,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Animal welfare | $12,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul | Aid to poor | $12,000 |
| Phoenix Rescue Mission | Aid to poor | $10,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | Medical | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Aid to poor | $8,000 |
| Federalist Society | Civic | $6,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | Children | $5,000 |
| Pastoral Care Association | Religious | $5,000 |
| St Francis Xavier Parish | Religious | $5,000 |
| Arizona PBS | Civic | $4,000 |
| Land O Lakes Historical Society | Education | $4,000 |
| Lola | Civic | $3,000 |
| Nra Foundation | Civic | $3,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Education | $3,000 |
| Sisters of Mercy | Religious | $3,000 |
| Desert Foothills Library | Education | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roland G Nehring
Questions people ask
Does The Nehring Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nehring Foundation give?
$212,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Nehring Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roland G Nehring (Trustee).
What does The Nehring Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and health.