Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,381 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $256 and the largest $15,000. 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$29,381
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$256
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$56,010
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,675 the year before.
61% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,651 | 12 | $8,094 |
| 2024 | $6,675 | 18 | $10,939 |
| 2025 | $29,381 | 23 | $56,010 |
How to apply
Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew 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 Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 3 | $15,800 |
| Nebraska | 12 | $11,623 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $750 |
| Florida | 1 | $258 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| Iowa | 1 | $250 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Hayes State University | General | $15,000 |
| Willa Cather Foundation | General | $7,500 |
| University of Nebraska Fnd | General | $1,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | General | $515 |
| Boystown | General | $500 |
| Goodfellows | General | $500 |
| Hellenic College | General support | $500 |
| Kansas State University | General | $500 |
| Colby Community College | General | $300 |
| Creighton University | General | $300 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $258 |
| Tri-Faith Initiative | General | $256 |
| Omaha Academy of Ballet | General | $252 |
| Fontenelle Forest | General | $250 |
| Holy Cross College | General | $250 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | General | $250 |
| National Audubon | General | $250 |
| National Park Foundation | General | $250 |
| Open Door Mission | General | $250 |
| Theater Cedar Rapids | General | $250 |
| Amvets | General | $100 |
| Volunteer Firefighter Alliance | General | $100 |
| Film Streams | General | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcus S Maydew
- Catherine Demes Maydew
Questions people ask
Does Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation give?
$29,381 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $256.
Who runs Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marcus S Maydew (President) and Catherine Demes Maydew (Treasurer SE).
What does Marcus S & Catherine D Maydew Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.