Gellermann Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gellermann Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,097 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,262 and the largest $2,525. 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$10,097
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,262
- Largest grant$2,525
- Assets$265,491
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,904 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $8,952 | 7 | $225,694 |
| 2024 | $8,904 | 7 | $248,012 |
| 2025 | $10,097 | 7 | $265,491 |
How to apply
Gellermann Charitable Trust 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 Gellermann Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 7 | $10,097 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Luther Memorial Church | Church operations and mission | $2,525 |
| Syracuse Cemetary Assn | Operations | $1,262 |
| Syracuse Rescue Squad | Operations | $1,262 |
| Syracuse Fire Department | Operations | $1,262 |
| Syracuse City Library | Operations | $1,262 |
| Community Memorial Hosp | Operations | $1,262 |
| Syracuse Dollars for Scholars | Scholarships | $1,262 |
Officers and trustees
- First Nebraska Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Gellermann Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gellermann Charitable Trust give?
$10,097 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,262.
Who runs Gellermann Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists First Nebraska Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Gellermann Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and education.