Hofer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hofer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $327,120 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$327,120
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$144,241
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $235,720 the year before.
10% 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 | $235,720 | 40 | $210,648 |
| 2024 | $327,120 | 41 | $144,241 |
How to apply
Hofer 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 Hofer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 21 | $105,100 |
| Colorado | 5 | $78,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $28,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $3,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General donation | $50,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General donation | $50,000 |
| Oaks International | General donation | $50,000 |
| City Light Church | General donation | $42,000 |
| World Venture | General donation | $15,000 |
| Wycliffe | General donation | $15,000 |
| Assure Womens Center Omaha | General donation | $10,000 |
| Family Life | General donation | $10,000 |
| Nebraska Family Alliance | General donation | $10,000 |
| Salt Church Greeley | General donation | $10,000 |
| Camp Rivercrest | General donation | $5,000 |
| Central Message Center | General donation | $5,000 |
| Heartland Family Services | General donation | $5,000 |
| Platte Institute for Economic Research | General donation | $5,000 |
| Cru | General donation | $4,500 |
| Brazilian Evangelistic Association | General donation | $3,000 |
| Camp Forest Springs | General donation | $3,000 |
| Good News Jail & Prison Ministry | General donation | $3,000 |
| Pioneers | General donation | $3,000 |
| Fca | General donation | $2,500 |
| Greater Europe Mission | General donation | $2,500 |
| Avant Ministries | General donation | $2,000 |
| CBMC | General donation | $2,000 |
| Global Friends | General donation | $2,000 |
| Open Door Mission | General donation | $2,000 |
| Samaritians Purse | General donation | $2,000 |
| Victory Center Bible Camp | General donation | $2,000 |
| Youth for Christ | General donation | $2,000 |
| Gospelink | General donation | $1,320 |
| Envision Academy | General donation | $1,000 |
| Family Lines | General donation | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of the Heartland | General donation | $1,000 |
| Rejuvenating Women | General donation | $1,000 |
| Washington County Food Pantry | General donation | $1,000 |
| Young Life | General donation | $1,000 |
| Insight for Living | General donation | $500 |
| Living for Eternity | General donation | $500 |
| Washington County Museum | General donation | $500 |
| Youth Dynamics | General donation | $500 |
| Joni and Friends | General donation | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Curtis L Hofer
- Linda M Hofer
Questions people ask
Does Hofer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hofer Family Foundation give?
$327,120 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Hofer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Curtis L Hofer (Trustee) and Linda M Hofer (Trustee).
What does Hofer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.