Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Zumbrota, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $265,400 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$265,400
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $153,060 the year before.
67% 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 | $153,060 | 29 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $265,400 | 50 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
Nibbe Family Charitable 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 Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 42 | $242,900 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $6,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State Univ Moorhead | MSU Foundation for scholarships and support of Education Department | $55,000 |
| Univ of Minnesota Foundation | Nibbe Scholarship Abroad | $25,000 |
| Lac Qui Parle Valley High School | Support of various school activities and events | $20,000 |
| Guthrie Theater | General contributions | $15,000 |
| Calvary Lutheran | Support for Youth programs and food shelf | $7,900 |
| United Way DouglasPope Cty | Douglas and Pope Country | $6,500 |
| Little Eagles | Educational learning program support | $6,300 |
| City of Zumbrota | City Swimming pool fundraiser | $6,000 |
| Adrian Elementary School | Education and reading program | $5,000 |
| Cannon Falls Elementary | Education and reading program | $5,000 |
| LQP Historical Museum | Contribution to support charitable initiatives | $5,000 |
| Luverne Elementary School | Educational learning programs | $5,000 |
| MACCRAY Elementary | Educational learning programs | $5,000 |
| Madison Marietta Elementary | Backpack and educational materials | $5,000 |
| Pipestone Elementary | Elementary education support | $5,000 |
| Samburu | Support for clean drinking water | $5,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Support of charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Zumbrota Mazeppa High School | Support for ZM Athletics | $5,000 |
| Barnesville High School | High School Band | $4,000 |
| Barnesville Helpers | Charity support | $3,000 |
| Univ of Wisc River Falls | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| 3 Rivers Community Action | Food program for Zumbrota Mazeppa | $3,000 |
| Faribault Elementary | Education reading and learning | $3,000 |
| Homeward Animal Shelter | Animal shelter program | $3,000 |
| Hope Coalition | Womens shelter support | $3,000 |
| Hope Lodge | American cancer society contribution | $3,000 |
| Lakes Crisis Center | Contribution to shelter activities | $3,000 |
| Marshmallows Animal Shelter | Animal shelter support | $3,000 |
| Our Saviors Lutheran Church | Support for food shelf | $3,000 |
| Pathways | Contribution to support charitable activities | $3,000 |
| Paws and Claws | Animal shelter contributions | $3,000 |
| YMCA Emergency Shelter | Support for animal shelter activities | $3,000 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | Education Department | $2,700 |
| Barnesville Food Shelf | Food programs | $2,000 |
| Barnesville Fire Department | Fire department equipment | $2,000 |
| LQV Food Shelf | food program | $2,000 |
| Alexandria Fire Department | Contribution to fire equipment | $2,000 |
| Garfield Fire Department | Fire equipment | $2,000 |
| University of Minnesota Athletics | Golden gopher athletic department | $2,000 |
| Pine Island Fire Department | Charitable support equipment | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Nibbe
- Dawn Guse
- Carole Jean Nibbe
- Jeffrey Nibbe
Questions people ask
Does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation give?
$265,400 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jay Nibbe (Treasurer), Dawn Guse (President), Carole Jean Nibbe (Director) and Jeffrey Nibbe (Director).
What does Nibbe Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and food and hunger.