Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation is a private foundation in Wood River, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $189,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$189,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $193,000 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 | $206,500 | 8 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $193,000 | 8 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $189,000 | 8 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Grace & Donna Rae Koepp 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 Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 8 | $189,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Wood River | Pool donation | $100,000 |
| Wood River Community Foundation | Stick creek kids | $50,000 |
| Grace Lutheran Church | Building fund | $20,000 |
| Wood River High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Wood River Food Pantry | Donation | $3,000 |
| Wood River High School | Teammates | $2,500 |
| Grace Lutheran Church | Donation | $2,000 |
| Wood River High School | Post prom | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kurt Koepp
- Kristi Koepp
- Chris Stewart
- Karman Wissing
Questions people ask
Does Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation give?
$189,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kurt Koepp (President), Kristi Koepp (V.p./Secreta), Chris Stewart (Treasurer) and Karman Wissing (Director).
What does Grace & Donna Rae Koepp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and education.