John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 49 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $175,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$25.0 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
43% 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 | $1.0 million | 46 | $23.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 45 | $24.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 49 | $25.0 million |
How to apply
John K & Lynne D Boyer 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 John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 36 | $1.0 million |
| Kansas | 2 | $155,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $53,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | $175,000 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | General support | $160,000 |
| Washburn Endowment Association | General support | $150,000 |
| Opas Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Project Harmony | General support | $90,000 |
| Gillwell Foundation | General support | $75,000 |
| Westside Foundation | General support | $52,500 |
| Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| The Durham Museum | General support | $36,000 |
| Assistance League of Omaha | General support | $32,000 |
| Nebraska Humane Society | General support | $30,500 |
| Desert Caballeros Western Museum | General support | $27,000 |
| Fontenelle Forest | General support | $25,000 |
| Joslyn Castle and Garden | General support | $15,000 |
| Nebraska Cures | General support | $15,000 |
| Simple Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Wickenburg Unified School District | General support | $15,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Benson High School Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Del E Webb Center for the Performing Arts | General support | $10,000 |
| Foodbank for the Heartland | General support | $10,000 |
| Keep Omaha Beautiful | General support | $10,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | General support | $10,000 |
| Nebraska Public Media | General support | $10,000 |
| Omaha Symphony | General support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Heartland | General support | $10,000 |
| University of Nebraska | General support | $10,000 |
| Women's Fund of Omaha | General support | $10,000 |
| Completely Kids | General support | $8,000 |
| Children's Nebraska Foundation | General support | $6,500 |
| Barry Lopez Foundation for Art | General support | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General support | $5,000 |
| Film Streams | General support | $5,000 |
| Flatwater Free Press | General support | $5,000 |
| Girls Inc of Omaha | General support | $5,000 |
| Ku Endowment | General support | $5,000 |
| Nebraska Examiner | General support | $5,000 |
| Inclusive Communications | General support | $2,500 |
| Latino Center of the Midlands | General support | $2,500 |
| Humanities Nebraska | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Boyer
- Lynne D Boyer
- Michael Boyer
- John Boyer
- Holly Boyer
- Rolando Garcia
Questions people ask
Does John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Boyer (Director), Lynne D Boyer (President), Michael Boyer (Director) and John Boyer (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does John K & Lynne D Boyer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.