Growing Good Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Growing Good Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$12,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$742,130
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $34,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $34,000 | 42 | $669,469 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 11 | $742,130 |
How to apply
Growing Good 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 Growing Good Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 9 | $8,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation | To support the dissemination of mindfulness practice in the plum village tradition, and the community of mindful living | $3,000 |
| Wisdom House Collaborative | To support and grow the mindfulness community | $2,000 |
| Metro Omaha Medical Society Foundation | Provide support to community priorities where physician involvement can make a difference in improving the health of the metro omaha community. | $1,000 |
| Morning Sun Mindfulness Center | To support the dissemination of mindfulness practice in the plum village tradition, and the community of mindful living | $1,000 |
| Nebraska Cancer Coalition | Provide support to help prevent and control cancer and its economic and psychosocial effects on families, friends, and communities. | $1,000 |
| Omaha Community of Mindful Living Honey Locust Sangha | To practice mindful living in the tradition of the buddhist monk, teacher, and author thich nhat hanh. | $1,000 |
| Santa Monica Inc | Provide support for a residential treatment program for chemically dependent women. | $1,000 |
| 12 Step House Inc | To facilitate people that meet in groups to recover from their addictions to alcohol, gambling, and other substances. | $500 |
| Avenue Scholars | To bridge the gap between education and business, and guarantee careers for our youth of hope and need through supportive relationships, individualized coaching, education, and training. | $500 |
| Dr Susan la Flesche Picotte Center | To assist with restoration of the building interior to accommodate a medical clinic, mental health and substance abuse clinic, youth programing, historical museum, as well as cultural and educational spaces. | $500 |
| Northstar Foundation | To support education, self-discipline, and service programs for young men | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Watts
- Patricia A Lofgreen
- Teresa Dilts
Questions people ask
Does Growing Good Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Growing Good Foundation give?
$12,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Growing Good Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David J Watts (President/Treasurer), Patricia A Lofgreen (Director) and Teresa Dilts (Vice-President/Secretary).
What does Growing Good Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.