Fernwall Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fernwall Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $58,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $7,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$58,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$734,794
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $51,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $51,000 | 15 | $681,404 |
| 2024 | $58,500 | 16 | $734,794 |
How to apply
Fernwall 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 Fernwall Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 3 | $16,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $4,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Friends | General fund | $7,500 |
| Navigators | Missionary support | $6,000 |
| Youth for Christ | General fund | $6,000 |
| CBMC Inc | Missionary support | $5,000 |
| Wheaton College | Wheaton fund | $5,000 |
| Novo Mission Inc | Missionary support | $4,000 |
| Pioneers USA | Missionary support | $4,000 |
| Powerquest Worldwide | General fund | $4,000 |
| Camp Pattersonville | General fund | $3,000 |
| Loudonville Christian School | Siemens scholarship fund | $3,000 |
| Open Door Mission | General fund | $3,000 |
| Saint Michael Church | Bsa troop #123 support | $3,000 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | Missionary support | $2,000 |
| Our Daily Bread Ministries | General fund | $1,500 |
| Midamerican Nazarene University | University fund | $1,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David R Siemens
- Kimberly E Ralph
- Rebecca L Perry
- Scott D Siemens
- Elizabeth B Siemens
Questions people ask
Does Fernwall Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fernwall Foundation give?
$58,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Fernwall Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David R Siemens (President/Treasurer), Kimberly E Ralph (Co Vice-President), Rebecca L Perry (Co Vice-President) and Scott D Siemens (Co Vice-President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Fernwall Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.