Lester A Walker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lester A Walker Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $157,222 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $101,190. 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$157,222
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$101,190
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $147,386 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $152,091 | 17 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $147,386 | 17 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $157,222 | 17 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Lester A Walker 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 Lester A Walker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 12 | $139,936 |
| Arizona | 3 | $13,491 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,530 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,265 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont Area Community Foundat | Current operations | $101,190 |
| St James Episcopal Church | Current operations | $9,832 |
| Midland University | Scholarship fund | $6,324 |
| Individual | Current operations | $5,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | Current operations | $4,497 |
| Aid to Adoption of Special Kids | Current operations | $4,497 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | Current operations | $4,497 |
| McCook Community Hospital Foundatio | Current operations | $3,795 |
| Nebraska State Historical Society | Current operations | $3,000 |
| Individual | Current operations | $3,000 |
| Nebr Indep College Fund | Scholarship fund | $2,530 |
| United Negro College Fund | Scholarship fund | $2,530 |
| Bishop Neuman Central High School | Current operations | $2,000 |
| Individual | Current operations | $1,265 |
| Dodge Co 4-H Foundation | Current operations | $1,265 |
| Catz Angels Care LLC | Current operations | $1,000 |
| Fremont Area Veterans Coalition | Current operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Walker
- First National Bank of Omaha
Questions people ask
Does Lester A Walker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lester A Walker Foundation give?
$157,222 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Lester A Walker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jane Walker (Trustee) and First National Bank of Omaha (Trustee).
What does Lester A Walker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.