Bongers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bongers Family Foundation is a private foundation in David City, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $177,462 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $177,462 and the largest $177,462. 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$177,462
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$177,462
- Largest grant$177,462
- Assets$19,039
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $178,191 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $82,700 | 1 | $1.0 million |
| 2023 | $73,157 | 1 | $150,574 |
| 2024 | $178,191 | 1 | $84,357 |
| 2025 | $177,462 | 1 | $19,039 |
How to apply
Bongers 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 Bongers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $177,462 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aquinas High School | School building improvements | $177,462 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Meister
- Wayne Ratkovec
- Sean Matulka
- Dennis Polacek
Questions people ask
Does Bongers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bongers Family Foundation give?
$177,462 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $177,462.
Who runs Bongers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Meister (Pres/Dir), Wayne Ratkovec (Sec/Dir), Sean Matulka (Treas/Dir) and Dennis Polacek (Director).
What does Bongers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.