Kim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kim Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $417,236 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$417,236
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $311,940 the year before.
38% 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 | $522,450 | 22 | $13.3 million |
| 2024 | $311,940 | 18 | $14.1 million |
| 2025 | $417,236 | 24 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
Kim 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 Kim Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 24 | $417,236 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Lutheran Family Services | Comprehensive behavioral health services to include prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use conditions. | $25,000 |
| Child Saving Institute | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Children's Respite Care Center | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Completely Kids | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Bryan Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Heartland Family Services | Suicide prevention education, community awareness, and resources | $20,000 |
| Bryan Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Carole's House of Hope | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Center for Holistic Development | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Oneworld Community Health Centers Inc | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Project Harmony | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Respect | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of the Midlands | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Stephen Center Inc | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Youth Emergency Services | General operating support | $15,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Dj's hero sponsorship | $12,000 |
| Nebraska State Suicide Prevention Coalition | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Centerpointe | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Project Harmony | Speaking of children conference sponsorship | $2,500 |
| Community Alliance Foundation | Community education - breaking the silence | $1,500 |
| Stephen Center Inc | Stories of hope help sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Dear Diabetes Inc | General support | $236 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry J Courtnage
- Kathleen A Courtnage
- Vicki F Witkovski
- Craig Wolf
- Mark Wolf
- Megan McMurry
- Jeffrey D Krenzer
- Beth Ochsner
- Dulce Sherman
- Molly Verble - Interim Exec Dir
Questions people ask
Does Kim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kim Foundation give?
$417,236 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Kim Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry J Courtnage (President), Kathleen A Courtnage (Vice President/Secretary), Vicki F Witkovski (Treasurer) and Craig Wolf (Board Member) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Kim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.