Quivey-Bay State Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Quivey-Bay State Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $246,550 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,500. 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$246,550
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,500
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $327,417 the year before.
11% 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 | $339,895 | 50 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $327,417 | 48 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $246,550 | 46 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Quivey-Bay State 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 Quivey-Bay State Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 44 | $235,550 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Western Nebraska Community College | Educational scholarships | $20,500 |
| YMCA | Healthy lifestyle | $20,500 |
| Federated Church | Religious support | $16,500 |
| Council of Independent Nebraska Colleges Foundation | Help promote nonprofit higher education | $15,000 |
| Carpenter Center | Scholarship program | $12,000 |
| Regional West Foundation | Support of health care | $11,500 |
| Chadron State College Foundation | Educational scholarships | $10,000 |
| Cirrus House | Support for mental illness | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Mitchell Library | Educational contribution | $10,000 |
| Panhandle Humane Society | Care for animals | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Youth development | $7,500 |
| Friends of the Midwest Theater | Promotion of arts | $7,000 |
| Camp Scott Summer Program | Support program for the disabled | $6,500 |
| Esu #13 | Chuck elly presentations | $6,000 |
| Casa | Support for abused children | $6,000 |
| Festival of Hope | Support for cancer patients | $5,000 |
| Horizon Christian Music Festival | For programs | $5,000 |
| Legacy of the Plains | Historical preservation | $5,000 |
| Summit Christian College | Religious education | $5,000 |
| Teammates | Youth membership | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Youth development | $3,500 |
| Masonic Eastern Star Home | Childcare for needy families | $3,000 |
| Omaha Conservatory of Music | Promotion of fine arts | $3,000 |
| Scottsbluff Co Thunder | Special olympics | $3,000 |
| Sioux County Foundation | Education | $3,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory | Bird conservation | $3,000 |
| Theatre West | Promotion of fine arts | $3,000 |
| Girl Scouts- Spirit of Nebraska | Youth development | $2,500 |
| Mitchell Ministerial Association | Support religious ministries | $2,500 |
| Scottsbluff County Ag Society | Agriculture education | $2,500 |
| Sioux County Historical Society | Historical preservation | $2,300 |
| Capstone | Support for abused children | $2,000 |
| Christian Record | Aid to the blind | $2,000 |
| Nebraska Kidney Foundation | Medical research | $2,000 |
| Panhandle Shrine Club | Transportation fund | $2,000 |
| White River Wacipi | Preserve culture | $2,000 |
| Child Savings Institute | Youth development | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Morrill Library | Educational contribution | $1,500 |
| Mitchell Foundation for Academic | Youth development | $1,500 |
| Morrill High School Foundation | Scholarships | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Koenig
- Zac Karpf
- Steve Reisig
- John Massey
- Gary Kelley
- Steve Olsen
Questions people ask
Does Quivey-Bay State Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Quivey-Bay State Foundation give?
$246,550 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Quivey-Bay State Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Koenig (Secretary), Zac Karpf (President), Steve Reisig (Trustee) and John Massey (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Quivey-Bay State Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.