Held Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Held Family Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $154,348 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $27,500. 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$154,348
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$58,913
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,750 the year before.
47% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $130,750 | 11 | $2,989 |
| 2024 | $154,348 | 17 | $58,913 |
How to apply
Held 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 Held Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nebraska. It also paid $33,500 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 7 | $67,548 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $30,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,200 |
| Montana | 1 | $750 |
| Indiana | 1 | $350 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Training Leaders | Charitable contribution to organization. | $27,500 |
| Abide Center | Charitable contribution to organization's general fund | $23,000 |
| Christian International | Charitable contribution to organization's general fund | $15,000 |
| Ywam Slavic Ministries | Charitable contribution to organization. | $15,000 |
| Lights of Hope Foundation | Charitable contribution to organization's general fund | $14,400 |
| Omaha Rapid Response | Charitable contribution to organization's general fund | $12,000 |
| Light Life Freedom | Charitable contribution to organization. | $11,000 |
| Westside Church | Charitable contribution to church. | $10,000 |
| Sanjivani University | Charitable contribution to organization. | $7,500 |
| Mount Abarim Baptist Mission | Charitable contribution to church. | $6,000 |
| First National Bank of Omaha | Charitable contribution to organization. | $3,123 |
| Skutt Catholic High School | Charitable contribution to organization. | $2,800 |
| TL International | Charitable contribution to organization. | $2,500 |
| Elkhorn Athletic Association | Charitable contribution to organization. | $2,225 |
| The Navigators | Charitable contribution to organization's missionary support | $1,200 |
| Ywam Montana | Charitable contribution to organization. | $750 |
| One Mission Society | Charitable contribution to organization's general fund | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeannine Devetter
- Michael Day
- Patrick Day
Questions people ask
Does Held Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Held Family Foundation give?
$154,348 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Held Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeannine Devetter (President), Michael Day (Trustee) and Patrick Day (Trustee).
What does Held Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.