Joseph A Horwath Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph A Horwath Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $805,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$805,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $683,000 the year before.
24% 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 | $510,000 | 13 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $683,000 | 14 | $13.7 million |
| 2025 | $805,000 | 17 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
Joseph A Horwath 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 Joseph A Horwath Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 16 | $800,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rise Fka Defy Ventures | To continue and expand mission work | $150,000 |
| Girl Scouts Spirit of Neb | To continue and expand mission | $75,000 |
| Covenant Cedars Bible Camp | To continue and expand mission | $75,000 |
| Omaha for US | To continue and expand mission work | $70,000 |
| Heartland Hope | To continue and expand mission work | $65,000 |
| Partnership 4 Hope | To continue and expand mission work | $60,000 |
| Intercultural Senior Center | To continue and expand mission work | $50,000 |
| Hope Center for Kids | To continue and expand mission work | $50,000 |
| First Covenant Church | To continue and expand mission | $50,000 |
| Open Door Mission | To continue and expand mission work | $40,000 |
| Sienna Francis House | To continue and expand mission work | $40,000 |
| Montessori Coop Schools | To continue and expand mission | $25,000 |
| The Yates Fund | To continue and expand mission work | $20,000 |
| Kalahari Peoples Fund | To continue and expand mission work | $15,000 |
| Compassion in Action | To continue and expand mission work | $10,000 |
| TBD Dance Collective | To continue and expand mission work | $5,000 |
| 30 for Freedom | To continue and expand mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Horwath
- Kay Horwath
- Robb Vacek
- Mike Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does Joseph A Horwath Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph A Horwath Foundation give?
$805,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Joseph A Horwath Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Horwath (Director), Kay Horwath (Director), Robb Vacek (Director) and Mike Sullivan (Director).
What does Joseph A Horwath Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.