Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust
Preselected recipients only
Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust is a private foundation in Columbus, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $122,300 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$122,300
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $107,200 the year before.
25% 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 | $112,500 | 7 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $107,200 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $122,300 | 8 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust 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 Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 8 | $122,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Volunteer Fire Department | Building fund | $60,000 |
| Smile Inc | Horse rides for special needs childr | $20,000 |
| Briggs & Barrett Project | Sids awareness | $10,000 |
| Columbus Family Y | Strong kids/pawnee camp | $10,000 |
| American Legion | Veteran's monument | $10,000 |
| Columbus Rescue Mission | Crm banquet match | $6,000 |
| St Paul's Lutheran Church | Fencing at cemetary | $5,000 |
| Village of Leigh Youth Advisory Com | Build civic leadership skills | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil Kuhlman
- Michael Wilke
- Clark Grant
Questions people ask
Does Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust give?
$122,300 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Neil Kuhlman (Trustee), Michael Wilke (Trustee) and Clark Grant (Trustee).
What does Leonard Marolf Charitable Remainder Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and faith communities.