Arram Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arram Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kearney, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,600 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $13,500. 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$90,600
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$13,500
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,500 the year before.
52% of its 2025 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 | $111,127 | 35 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,500 | 30 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $90,600 | 33 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Arram Family 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 Arram Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Nebraska. It also paid $8,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 31 | $82,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KCHS Foundation | Charitable, for general operations | $13,500 |
| Crane River Theater | Charitable, for general operations | $10,000 |
| Museum of Nebraska Art (Mona) | Charitable, for general operations | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable, for general operations | $7,500 |
| Kearney Goodfellows | Charitable, for general operations | $5,000 |
| KHS Scholarship | Charitable, for general operations | $5,000 |
| Buffalo County Community Partners | Charitable for general operations | $4,000 |
| Greek Orthodox College | Charitable, for general operations | $4,000 |
| Sisters of Nazareth Hs | Charitable, for general operations | $4,000 |
| Buffalo County Historical Society | Charitable, for general operations | $3,500 |
| Chi GSH Foundation | Charitable, for general operations | $3,000 |
| Safe Center | Charitable, for general operations | $3,000 |
| East Lawn Food Pantry | Charitable, for general operations | $1,500 |
| Helpcare Clinic | Charitable, for general operations | $1,500 |
| Jubilee Center | Charitable, for general operations | $1,500 |
| Merryman Performing Arts | Charitable, for general operations | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable, for general operations | $1,500 |
| Summit for Change | Charitable, for general operations | $1,500 |
| Family Advocacy Network | Charitable, for general operations | $1,000 |
| Hanny Arram Center for Success | Charitable, for general operations | $1,000 |
| Hot Meals USA | Charitable, for general operations | $1,000 |
| Kearney Community Sustainable Housing | Charitable, for general operations | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Charitable, for general operations | $600 |
| American Heritage Girls | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Countryside Christian Church | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Crossroads Center | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Kearney Community Theater | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Shriners Hospital-Tehama | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Tri-City Youth Symphony | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| World Theatre | Charitable, for general operations | $500 |
| Kearney Friends Program | Charitable, for general operations | $250 |
| Kearney Therapeutic Horseback Riding | Charitable, for general operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Essam J Arram
- Barbara J Arram
- Tarik E Arram
- Camil A Saadi
- Nadia J Arram Saadi
Questions people ask
Does Arram Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arram Family Foundation give?
$90,600 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Arram Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Essam J Arram (President), Barbara J Arram (Vice President), Tarik E Arram (Vice President) and Camil A Saadi (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Arram Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.