Ten Talents Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ten Talents Foundation is a private foundation in Valley, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$27,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$63,601
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $52,600 the year before.
25% 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 | $30,075 | 6 | $13,701 |
| 2024 | $52,600 | 7 | $11,101 |
| 2025 | $27,500 | 4 | $63,601 |
How to apply
Ten Talents 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 Ten Talents Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 4 | $27,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Open Door Mission | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Mybridge | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Marketplace Missions | General purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph R Hearn
- Margaret A Cimino
- Niel D Nielsen
Questions people ask
Does Ten Talents Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ten Talents Foundation give?
$27,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ten Talents Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph R Hearn (President/Tr), Margaret A Cimino (V.p./Sec) and Niel D Nielsen (Director).
What does Ten Talents Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.