Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $13.8 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $12.5 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$13.8 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$12.5 million
- Assets$32.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $4.5 million | 4 | $27.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 8 | $29.7 million |
| 2025 | $13.8 million | 7 | $32.2 million |
How to apply
Herbert J Lavigne 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 Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 6 | $13.5 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lavigne Youth Outreach | Donation | $12.5 million |
| Saint Alberts Catholic School | Donation | $300,000 |
| Saint Geral Catholic School | Donation | $200,000 |
| Saint Ludger School | Donation | $200,000 |
| Howells Catholic Community School | Donation | $200,000 |
| Guardian Angels Central Catholic | Donation | $200,000 |
| St Pius St Leo | Donation | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Herbert J Lavigne
- Todd Lavigne
- Charlotte Madden
- Barbara Wedgeworth
- Donna Barry
Questions people ask
Does Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation give?
$13.8 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Herbert J Lavigne (President), Todd Lavigne (Director), Charlotte Madden (Director) and Barbara Wedgeworth (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Herbert J Lavigne Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.