JEO Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JEO Foundation is a private foundation in Wahoo, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,810 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $660 and the largest $3,910. 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$24,810
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$660
- Largest grant$3,910
- Assets$166,644
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,669 the year before.
75% 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 | $19,730 | 28 | $119,068 |
| 2024 | $17,669 | 25 | $158,921 |
| 2025 | $24,810 | 24 | $166,644 |
How to apply
JEO 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What JEO Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 16 | $20,410 |
| Kansas | 3 | $1,980 |
| Iowa | 3 | $1,160 |
| Illinois | 1 | $750 |
| Missouri | 1 | $510 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Human Society | General donation | $3,910 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | General donation | $3,540 |
| Kids and Dreams Foundation | General donation | $2,500 |
| Saunders County Emergency Pantry Foundation | General donation | $1,640 |
| Fremont Health Foundation | General donation | $1,100 |
| American Heart Association | General donation | $1,000 |
| Apace Foundation | General donation | $1,000 |
| Hastings Catholic Schools | General donation | $1,000 |
| Wahoo Public Schools Foundation | General donation | $1,000 |
| HumanKind Ministries | General donation | $920 |
| Feeding America | General donation | $750 |
| Oregon Trail Community Foundation | General donation | $720 |
| UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital | General donation | $600 |
| Doorstep Topeka | General donation | $560 |
| Harvesters - The Community Food Network | General donation | $510 |
| Aristocrat Charities | General donation | $500 |
| Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska | General donation | $500 |
| Hearts United for Animals | General donation | $500 |
| Just Food | General donation | $500 |
| Live Well Go Fish | General donation | $500 |
| New Opportunities | General donation | $500 |
| Norfolk Rescue Mission | General donation | $500 |
| South Sioux City Community Foundation | General donation | $500 |
| Carroll Community Children's Museum | General donation | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Protzman
- Josh Rosa
- Tim Adams
- Trevor Breeling
- Noah Dryden
- Jarred Meyer
Questions people ask
Does JEO Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JEO Foundation give?
$24,810 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $660.
Who runs JEO Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger Protzman (Director), Josh Rosa (Director), Tim Adams (President) and Trevor Breeling (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does JEO Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and faith communities.