Bukoba Friends Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bukoba Friends Foundation is a private foundation in Peoria, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $257,704 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $80,284 and the largest $96,087. 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$257,704
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$80,284
- Largest grant$96,087
- Assets$13,983
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $213,678 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $72,750 | 5 | $11,087 |
| 2024 | $213,678 | 7 | $14,136 |
| 2025 | $257,704 | 4 | $13,983 |
How to apply
Bukoba Friends 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bukoba Friends Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carumco | capital equipment and general support for Cardinal Rugambwa Memorial College CARUMCO needed due to earthquake damage to buildings | $96,087 |
| Bukoba Catholic Diocese | construction of a convent for the Sisters of St. Charles Lwanga in Kachozi Tanzania purchase of tractor to cultivate food for school children and build security fence to protect students at Kwauso Secondary School. | $92,067 |
| Holy Cross Parish | education of orphans food clothing tuition buildings and fresh water collection | $68,500 |
| St Nicholaus Childrens Center | food clothing and medical needs of orphans | $1,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanne Smith
- Jerry Sanderson
- Michael Wiegand
- Daniel Smith
- Lisa Sanderson
- Traci Smith
- Ben Treichel
Questions people ask
Does Bukoba Friends Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bukoba Friends Foundation give?
$257,704 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $80,284.
Who runs Bukoba Friends Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeanne Smith (President), Jerry Sanderson (Vice President), Michael Wiegand (Treasurer) and Daniel Smith (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Bukoba Friends Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and food and hunger.