Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $548,323. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$548,323
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
22% 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 | $1.0 million | 37 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 32 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 27 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Phillip and Terri Schrager 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 Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 25 | $1.8 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Federation of Omaha | Exempt charitable purposes | $548,323 |
| Chabad House | Exempt charitable purposes | $503,197 |
| Westside Foundation | Exempt charitable purposes | $274,967 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Exempt charitable purposes | $166,799 |
| Community Information Trust | Exempt charitable purposes | $62,344 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of the Midlands | Exempt charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Girls Inc of Omaha | Exempt charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Omaha Conservatory of Music | Exempt charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Project Harmony | Exempt charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Exempt charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Casa for Douglas County | Exempt charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Child Saving Institute | Exempt charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Temple Isreal | Exempt charitable purposes | $10,035 |
| Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts | Exempt charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands | Exempt charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Phoenix Academy | Exempt charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Union for Contemporary Art | Exempt charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Exempt charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Theatre Aspen | Exempt charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | Exempt charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Nebraska Academic Decathlon Foundation | Exempt charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Nebraska Humane Society | Exempt charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Exempt charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Exempt charitable purposes | $750 |
| Kavod | Exempt charitable purposes | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Exempt charitable purposes | $500 |
| Temple Israel | Exempt charitable purposes | $270 |
Officers and trustees
- Terri L Schrager
- Richard A Schrager
- Harley Schrager
- Timothy Schrager
- Jeffrey Schrager
- Angel Goldman
- Jack Schrager
- Beth Schrager
- Tiffany Polifka
Questions people ask
Does Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Terri L Schrager (President), Richard A Schrager (Director), Harley Schrager (Director) and Timothy Schrager (Treasurer/Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Phillip and Terri Schrager Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.