Niebrugge Cares Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Niebrugge Cares Foundation is a private foundation in Effingham, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $43,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$43,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$937,947
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $36,000 the year before.
56% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $36,000 | 9 | $836,976 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 9 | $937,947 |
How to apply
Niebrugge Cares 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 Niebrugge Cares Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $28,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| St Mary of the Lake | General operations | $5,000 |
| Casa of Effingham | General operations | $5,000 |
| St Anthony Grade School | General operations | $5,000 |
| Cefs | General operations | $5,000 |
| Ballard Nature Center | General operations | $3,000 |
| Sacred Heart School | General operations | $3,000 |
| Effingham Humane Society | General operations | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda K Niebrugge
Questions people ask
Does Niebrugge Cares Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Niebrugge Cares Foundation give?
$43,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Niebrugge Cares Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda K Niebrugge (Trustee).
What does Niebrugge Cares Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.