CL Werner Foundation
Accepts applications
CL Werner Foundation is a private foundation in Valley, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 61 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
57% 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 | $2.1 million | 48 | $16.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 61 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Sara Kucera 30809 Reichmuth Road, Valley, NE 68064 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (402) 807-1295, grants@clwernerfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Grant applications should be submitted online at www.clwernerfoundation.org/grant-application. Required submission documents include: 501(c)(3) confirmation letter, most recent form 990, itemized project budget (if applicable), current financial statement, an impact letter setting forth how the grant funds will benefit the organization, and any other documents relevant to the grant request. |
| Deadlines | The foundation will review grant requests on a quarterly basis in january, april, july and october. |
| Restrictions | Grant recipients must take a year off from applying after three successive years of foundation support. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What CL Werner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 52 | $2.8 million |
| Colorado | 3 | $110,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $16,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries | Crystal springs lake | $500,000 |
| Omaha Zoo Foundation | To support the orangutan forest renovations | $500,000 |
| Mental Health Innovation Foundation | 2024 donation | $250,000 |
| Youth Emergency Services | Campus capital 24 | $250,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Capital campaign; mobile pantry program | $200,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Hope lodge updates | $100,000 |
| Community Information Trust | Oma library 2024 | $100,000 |
| Heart Ministry Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Heartland Hope Mission | Rural mobile pantry | $75,000 |
| At Ease USA | Treatment programs 2 | $50,000 |
| Colorado West Christian School | Cwcs multi-purpose | $50,000 |
| From the Heart Productions Inc | American dream-clay | $50,000 |
| Magic Circle Players | Interior renovation | $50,000 |
| Avenue Scholars | General support | $45,000 |
| Rise Academy | General support | $37,500 |
| Heartland Family Services | Housing sanctuary | $30,000 |
| Nebraska Center for Workforce Development and Education | General support | $30,000 |
| Angels Among US | Family assistance | $25,000 |
| Autism Action Partnership | Daugherty match -2nd grant | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands | Teen center | $25,000 |
| Child Saving Institute | Ils program | $25,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | 24-25 scholarships | $25,000 |
| Foster Love | General support | $25,000 |
| Kona Hospital Foundation | Mobile c arm | $25,000 |
| Lutheran Family Services | Dana village support | $25,000 |
| Partnership 4 Kids | Ccrp | $25,000 |
| Project Harmony Child Advocacy Center | Mental health grant | $25,000 |
| Team Jack Foundation | Power 5 initiative | $25,000 |
| Grace Cancer Foundation | Patient financial | $20,000 |
| Omaha Performing Arts | Arts education grant | $20,000 |
| Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue Foundation Inc | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Bellevue Public Schools Foundation | Alignment machine | $15,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Mid-America Council | Exploring programs | $15,000 |
| Completely Kids | Weekend food prog 24 | $15,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates for Douglas County | 2024 grant | $15,000 |
| Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy-Hetra | Riding/therapy serv | $15,000 |
| Oneworld Community Health Center | Childen's health pro | $15,000 |
| The Jet Award Foundation and Trust | Tech ed scholarships | $15,000 |
| Radius | Education services | $14,245 |
| Bravebe Child Advocacy Center | Family advocacy prog | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Clarence L Werner
- Mary R Werner
- Stefanie K Christensen
- Joe Hartnett
- Westley Werner
- Aaron Luttrell
- Lyndsie Vacanti
Questions people ask
Does CL Werner Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The foundation will review grant requests on a quarterly basis in january, april, july and october..
How much does CL Werner Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs CL Werner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Clarence L Werner (Honorary Chair of the Board), Mary R Werner (President), Stefanie K Christensen (Secretary and Treasurer) and Joe Hartnett (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does CL Werner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and animals.