Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighter
Preselected recipients only
Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighter is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,918 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $45,959 and the largest $89,717. 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$91,918
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$45,959
- Largest grant$89,717
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,564 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $76,533 | 1 | $177 |
| 2024 | $40,564 | 3 | $0 |
| 2025 | $91,918 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighter 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $89,717 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,201 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Hs grant - analysis of hvac system | $89,717 |
| Individual | Hs grant - badge ribbon grant | $2,201 |
Officers and trustees
- Nyle Zikmund
- Louis Goldenberg
- Kathi Osmonson
- Thomas Brace
- Charles Standfuss
- Scott Futrell
- Michael Graves
- Jim Chandler
- Thomas Thornberg
Questions people ask
Does Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighter accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighter give?
$91,918 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $45,959.
Who runs Bill and Bonnie Daniels Firefighter?
Its 2025 filing lists Nyle Zikmund (Treasurer), Louis Goldenberg (Trustee), Kathi Osmonson (Secretary) and Thomas Brace (Chair) among 9 officers and trustees.