Engebretson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Engebretson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Elkhorn, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$110,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $75,000 | 5 | $996,774 |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 5 | $968,120 |
| 2025 | $110,000 | 6 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Engebretson 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 Engebretson Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Charity - scholarship awards | $20,000 |
| Cornell University | Charity - scholarship awards | $20,000 |
| Ohio State University | Charity - scholarship awards | $20,000 |
| West Texas A&m University | Charity - scholarship awards | $20,000 |
| Nebraska Diaper Bank | Charity - donation | $20,000 |
| Partners and Parents for the Arts | Charity - donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie R Engebretson
- James D Engebretson
- Michael J Engebretson
Questions people ask
Does Engebretson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Engebretson Foundation Inc give?
$110,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Engebretson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Leslie R Engebretson (President), James D Engebretson (Secretary) and Michael J Engebretson (Treasurer).
What does Engebretson Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.