Friedland Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Friedland Family Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $16.2 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $7.8 million. 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$16.2 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$7.8 million
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $342,350 the year before.
36% 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 | $290,550 | 20 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $342,350 | 22 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $16.2 million | 14 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
Friedland 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 Friedland Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 14 | $16.2 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paula Friedland Boggust Foundation | Capital endowment | $7.8 million |
| Steiner Family Foundation | Capital endowment | $7.8 million |
| Community Information Trust | General support | $300,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Omaha | Community programs | $113,000 |
| Nebraska Public Media Foundation | Public television support | $15,000 |
| Westside Foundation | Public schools support | $10,000 |
| Omaha Performing Arts | Public performing arts assistance | $6,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands | General support | $5,000 |
| Temple Israel | General support | $4,960 |
| Respect | General support | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | General support | $1,000 |
| Central High School Foundation | Public school | $500 |
| Central High School Alumni Association | Alumni support | $250 |
| Duchesne Academy of Sacred Heart | Private school assistance | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Melissa Friedland Steiner
- Paula Friedland Boggust
- Edward Friedland
- Jamie Friedland
- Rose Friedland
Questions people ask
Does Friedland Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Friedland Family Foundation give?
$16.2 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Friedland Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Melissa Friedland Steiner (President (Thru 7/16/25)), Paula Friedland Boggust (Vice President (Thru 7/16/25)), Edward Friedland (President (As of 7/16/25) & Treasurer) and Jamie Friedland (Vice President (As of 7/16/25) & Secre) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Friedland Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.