Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $717,853 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $158,250. 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$717,853
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$158,250
- Assets$440,893
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was down from $806,850 the year before.
37% 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 | $575,264 | 30 | $240,033 |
| 2024 | $806,850 | 25 | $139,427 |
| 2025 | $717,853 | 30 | $440,893 |
How to apply
Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins 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 Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 28 | $712,353 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club Midlands | General funding | $158,250 |
| Morning Star Lutheran Church | Religious | $126,907 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General funding | $113,500 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | General funding | $68,500 |
| Brownell Talbot School | General funding | $50,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation (Unmc) | General funding | $34,738 |
| Westside Foundation | General funding | $27,000 |
| United Way of the Midlands | General funding | $25,000 |
| Children's Nebraska Foundation | General funding | $19,700 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | General funding | $15,500 |
| The Durham Museum | General funding | $11,000 |
| College of Saint Mary | General funding | $10,000 |
| Jesuit Academy | General funding | $10,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | General funding | $10,000 |
| Teammates Mentoring Program | General funding | $10,000 |
| Omaha Performing Arts | General funding | $6,000 |
| Omaha Symphony | General funding | $5,000 |
| The Simon Keith Foundation | General funding | $5,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General funding | $4,000 |
| St Pat's School | General funding | $3,000 |
| Holland Children's Institute | General funding | $1,250 |
| Omaha Community Foundation | General funding | $1,200 |
| Heart Ministry Center | General funding | $1,000 |
| Irsc Foundation | General funding | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General funding | $250 |
| American Heart Association | General funding | $250 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | General funding | $100 |
| Methodist Hospital Foundation | General funding | $100 |
| Junior League of Omaha | General funding | $58 |
| Joslyn Castle & Gardens | General funding | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Hawkins
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation give?
$717,853 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Hawkins (Director).
What does Kenneth (Kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.