Spreetail Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spreetail Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,925 in 89 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $133,812. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$225,925
- Number of grants89
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$133,812
- Assets$93,406
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was down from $266,429 the year before.
73% of its 2024 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 | $266,429 | 86 | $220,595 |
| 2024 | $225,925 | 89 | $93,406 |
How to apply
Spreetail 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 Spreetail Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 2 | $133,912 |
| Nebraska | 53 | $85,659 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,055 |
| Michigan | 2 | $1,476 |
| New York | 5 | $591 |
| California | 4 | $426 |
| Iowa | 4 | $390 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $310 |
| Texas | 3 | $285 |
| Georgia | 3 | $186 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Malouf | Donation match | $133,812 |
| Echo Collective | Donation Match | $64,527 |
| Lincoln Community Foundation - Ebert Family Charitable Fund | Donation Match | $5,000 |
| Malone Center | Other Donation | $2,130 |
| Omaha Community Foundation - Fund 2984 | Donation Match | $1,750 |
| Brave Be Child Advocacy Center | Donation Match | $1,600 |
| The Westside School | Donation Match | $1,555 |
| Mourning Hope Grief Center | Cause of the Quarter | $1,548 |
| I Be Black Girl | Cause of the Quarter | $1,500 |
| Empowerment Plan | Donation Match | $1,373 |
| Omaha Community Foundation | Donation Match | $1,184 |
| Make-A-Wishnebraska | Donation match | $500 |
| Omaha for US | Donation match | $500 |
| Westside Foundation | Donation Match | $500 |
| Westside School | Donation Match | $500 |
| Food Bank of Lincoln | Donation match | $486 |
| Essential Pregnancy Services | Donation Match | $340 |
| Nebraska Journalism Trust | Donation match | $286 |
| Educare of Lincoln Inc | Shirt sale donation | $256 |
| Revolution Rescue | Donation Match | $256 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoms Society Inc | Donation Match | $250 |
| NAACP of Lincoln | Tug O War Competition | $250 |
| Omaha Parks Foundation - Parkside Park Playground Renovation | Donation Match | $250 |
| Access Period (Partnership 4 Hope Inc) | Donation Match | $240 |
| World Central Kitchen | Donation Match | $200 |
| Nebraska Council on Economic Education | Donation Match | $166 |
| Truc Viet | Donation Match | $160 |
| Planned Parenthood | Donation match | $155 |
| Abide | Donation match | $150 |
| FII-National (DBA UpTogether) | Donation Match | $150 |
| Micah House Corporation | Donation match | $150 |
| Omaha Community Foundation (Nebraska Tornado Recovery Fund) | Donation Match | $150 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Donation Match | $150 |
| Fire Fighters Charity | Donation Match | $141 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | Donation Match | $129 |
| Felius Cat Cafe | Donation Match | $110 |
| Project K9 Hero | Donation Match | $103 |
| FRIENDS OF Lied | Donation match | $103 |
| Completely KIDS | Donation Match | $102 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities in Omaha | Donation Match | $102 |
Officers and trustees
- Brei Wagner
- Brett Thome
- Taylor Reeves
- Chad Kilpatrick
Questions people ask
Does Spreetail Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spreetail Foundation give?
$225,925 in tax year 2024, across 89 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Spreetail Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brei Wagner (Director), Brett Thome (President), Taylor Reeves (Treasurer) and Chad Kilpatrick (Secretary).
What does Spreetail Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and youth programs.