Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $484,798. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$484,798
- Assets$10.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $839,610 | 13 | $13.0 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 15 | $10.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 13 | $10.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 15 | $10.2 million |
How to apply
Stephen F Dwyer Memorial 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 Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 14 | $1.1 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Urban Education Services | Education | $484,798 |
| Holy Name | Education | $181,963 |
| Creighton University | Education | $100,000 |
| Creighton Prep High School | Education | $65,000 |
| Jesuit Middle School | Education | $60,000 |
| Heart Ministry Center | Homeless shelter | $50,000 |
| Madonna School | Education | $50,000 |
| Roncalli High School | Education | $30,000 |
| Football for the World Foundation | Promote good health / education | $25,000 |
| Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart | Education | $17,000 |
| Vita Nova | Education | $10,000 |
| The Bay | Education | $5,000 |
| Community Alliance | Promote good health / education | $5,000 |
| Orel Alliance | Education | $5,000 |
| Northern Colorado Performing Arts | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert V Dwyer Jr
- Matt Dwyer
- Stephen F Dwyer Jr
Questions people ask
Does Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert V Dwyer Jr (Director), Matt Dwyer (Director) and Stephen F Dwyer Jr (Director).
What does Stephen F Dwyer Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.