Pace Woods Foundation
Accepts applications
Pace Woods Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $267,255 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$267,255
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $239,900 the year before.
19% 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 | $218,055 | 22 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $239,900 | 25 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $267,255 | 26 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Pace Woods Foundation c/o the Hoppe Law Firm 1620 S 84TH, St, Lincoln, NE 68506 |
|---|---|
| What to submit | Grant Application for an Organization Organizational Information - Provide the information using the following format: 1. Organization Name 2. Address 3. Website 4. Contact Person, title and contact information 5. Past two years Income Statement, balance sheet,(footnotes and auditor's report, if applicable) 6. Purpose of Request (not to exceed 500 words) 7. Proposed budget/cost of project Applications will be submitted on-line at: Pacewoodsfoundation.org |
| Deadlines | Applications due by March 31. Reviewed by Sept 30 and announced by October 15. |
| Restrictions | The Foundation's funds shall be utilized to improve the lives and future activities of individuals. The Foundations funds are not limited specifically to use for human beings nor must the use of the funds produce measurable results; therefore the Foundation's funds may also be utilized for research. The emphasis will be on arts and education. The Foundation's funds shall not be utilized for the construction of new buildings or the additions, modifications, or enhancements of existing buildings. The Foundation's funds shall not be utilized for political purposes. The Foundation will only fund grants for use by organizations or individuals within the United Sates. Applications are welcomed from throughout the United States, but preference will be given to organizations or individuals within Lancaster County, NE or Ashland County, WI. |
What Pace Woods Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 21 | $219,175 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $33,080 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Repertory Theater | General operation | $20,000 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | General operation | $19,875 |
| Macphail Center for Music | General operation | $15,000 |
| Bravebe Child Advocacy Center | General operation | $15,000 |
| Friends of Lied - Big Red Lied | General operation | $15,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operation | $15,000 |
| Civic Nebraska | General operation | $12,500 |
| Visionary Youth | General operation | $12,500 |
| YMCA of Lincoln | General operation | $12,000 |
| Youth Actors Academy of Lincoln | General operation | $10,500 |
| Madeline Island Public Library | General operation | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools | General operation | $10,000 |
| Lux Center for the Arts | General operation | $10,000 |
| Sheldon Art Association | General operation | $10,000 |
| Native American Educational Technologies Inc | General operation | $10,000 |
| The Malone Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| Friends of Lied - Lied Center for the Performing Arts | General operation | $8,600 |
| Mourning Hope Grief Center | General operation | $7,700 |
| Bright Lights Summer Learning Adventures | General operation | $7,500 |
| Woods Hall Gallery & Studios | General operation | $7,080 |
| Lincoln Children's Museum | General operation | $6,500 |
| Island Association Inc | General operation | $6,000 |
| Cornhusker Council 324 Boy Scouts America Inc | General operation | $5,000 |
| Dimensions Educational Research Foundation | General operation | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army of Lincoln | General operation | $4,500 |
| Hastings College Foundation | General operation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Curry Wilson
- Lincoln Tracy
- Doug Ganz
- Shauna Colton Woods
- Lisa Woods Briggs
- Ward F Hoppe
- Diana Eisner
Questions people ask
Does Pace Woods Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications due by March 31. Reviewed by Sept 30 and announced by October 15..
How much does Pace Woods Foundation give?
$267,255 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Pace Woods Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Curry Wilson (Director), Lincoln Tracy (Director), Doug Ganz (Director) and Shauna Colton Woods (President/Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Pace Woods Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.