CW Yount Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
CW Yount Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Gering, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $268,006 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $25,000. 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$268,006
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $243,155 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $234,368 | 57 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $243,155 | 57 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $268,006 | 58 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
CW Yount Foundation Inc 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 CW Yount Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 56 | $263,006 |
| Missouri | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Western Nebraska CommCollege Fdn | Bond Retirement & Imps | $25,000 |
| Community Action Program Fdn | Program Support | $23,500 |
| Regional West Hospital Foundation | Hospital Support | $20,000 |
| Summit Christian College | College Support | $14,000 |
| 1113 Ministries | Meals and Other Support for Low-Income | $14,000 |
| Summit Christian College | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Cirrus House | Support Programs for Disadvantaged | $10,250 |
| Potter's Wheel Ministries | Low Income Food Distribution | $9,500 |
| Scotts Bluff County Volunteer Center | Support Meals on Wheels Program | $9,500 |
| Univ of Nebraska Medical College | Nursing Scholarships | $9,000 |
| Gering Schools Foundation | College Award Scholarships | $9,000 |
| Western Nebraska Community College | Scholarships | $8,356 |
| Individual | Feeding People in Need | $6,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Low Income Housing | $5,000 |
| Legacy of the Plains | Museum Support | $5,000 |
| Central Church of Christ | Capital Imps and Youth Programs | $5,000 |
| Gering Methodist Church | Capital Imps and Support | $5,000 |
| Chuck Wagon Church | Feed and Clothe Those in Need | $5,000 |
| Cooperative Ministries | School-Provided Food Backpacks | $5,000 |
| Northfield Haven Foundation | Fund Handicapped Residential Facility | $5,000 |
| Ozark Christian College | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Gering Prep Baseball | Program Support | $3,000 |
| Doves | Programs against Domestic Violence | $3,000 |
| Casa | Court-Appointed Advocate Program | $3,000 |
| Camp Rock | Summer Camp Program | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army | Community Low-Income Support | $2,500 |
| Foodbank for the Heartland | Food Trucks for Low Income | $2,500 |
| 23 Club | Baseball Field Imps | $2,500 |
| Gering Schools Foundation | School Facility Imps | $2,500 |
| Christian Heritage Homes | Foster Children Support | $2,000 |
| Camp Scott | Summer Camp for Handicapped | $2,000 |
| Scottsbluff Methodist Mexico Fund | Low Income Housing in Mexico | $2,000 |
| United Way | Community Programs Support | $2,000 |
| Carpenter Center | Maintain Community Facilities | $2,000 |
| Firefighter Ministry | Emergency Relief | $2,000 |
| Veterans Emergency Fund | Support Veterans Programs | $2,000 |
| Riverside Discovery Center | Funding Animal Habitat | $2,000 |
| Boy Scouts | Program Support | $1,500 |
| Camp Norwesca | Maintain Camp | $1,500 |
| Oregon Trail Days Asso | Support Community Celebration | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd Ouderkirk
- Thomas Holyoke
- James Emery
Questions people ask
Does CW Yount Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CW Yount Foundation Inc give?
$268,006 in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs CW Yount Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd Ouderkirk (PresidentDirector), Thomas Holyoke (SecretaryDirector) and James Emery (Manager and Director).
What does CW Yount Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.