Hickey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hickey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $146,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $22,000. 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$146,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $118,000 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $106,000 | 24 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $118,000 | 25 | $979,449 |
| 2025 | $146,000 | 19 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Hickey 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 Hickey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 14 | $96,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $20,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Archdiocese of Omaha | Charity | $22,000 |
| St Theresa of Calcutta | Charity | $20,000 |
| South Dakota State University | Charity | $20,000 |
| Missouri S & T | Charity | $15,000 |
| Roncalli Catholic High School | Charity | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Omaha | Charity | $6,000 |
| Servants of Mary Development | Charity | $6,000 |
| USA - at Ease | Charity | $6,000 |
| Canines With A Cause | Charity | $5,000 |
| Jpii Newman Center | Charity | $5,000 |
| RSQ Animal Rescue Team | Charity | $5,000 |
| Kino Boder Initiative | Charity | $5,000 |
| College of St Mary | Charity | $5,000 |
| St Augustine Indian Mission | Charity | $5,000 |
| Hearts of Cues | Charity | $3,500 |
| Mt Michael School | Charity | $3,000 |
| Circle Theatre | Charity | $2,500 |
| Notre Dame Sisters - Proud Legacy | Charity | $2,000 |
| Sisters of the Holy Name - Maryhurst | Charity | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bonnie Hickey
- Mary Jewell
- David Koukol
- Susanne Hickey
- Dawn Haberkorn
Questions people ask
Does Hickey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hickey Family Foundation give?
$146,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Hickey Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bonnie Hickey (President), Mary Jewell (Vice President/Treasurer), David Koukol (Secretary) and Susanne Hickey (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Hickey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and animals.