The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation
Accepts applications
The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $386,600 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $130,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$386,600
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$8.9 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $329,250 the year before.
21% 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 | $230,250 | 43 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $329,250 | 47 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $386,600 | 53 | $8.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundatio 312 North 96th Street, Omaha, NE 68114 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (402) 399-0999 |
| What to submit | Letter or verbal request |
What The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 52 | $384,100 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gillwell Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $130,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $70,000 |
| Henry Doorly Zoo | Unsolicated request for funds | $40,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Foodbank for the Heartland | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Northstar Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Savings Grace Perishable Food Rescue | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Children's Nebraska Hospital & Medical Center Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Nebraska Humane Society | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Omaha Home for Boys | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Scouting America Mid America Council | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Sheltering Tree | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Marian High School Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $4,500 |
| Hospice House | Unsolicated request for funds | $3,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Unsolicated request for funds | $3,000 |
| Sienafrancis House Homeless Shelter | Unsolicated request for funds | $3,000 |
| Heartland Hope Mission | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,500 |
| Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,500 |
| Methodist Hospital Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,100 |
| Ak-Sar-Ben Scholarship Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Brownell Talbot Fund | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Dreamweaver Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Durham Museum | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of Omaha | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Nebraska Children's Home Society | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Performing Arts | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Public Library Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Opera Omaha | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Prospect Hill Cemetery | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army Omaha City Command | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics Nebraska | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Voices for Children in Nebraska | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Westside Community School Foundation | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally G Bekins
- Cynthia Bekins Anderson
- Sandra Bekins von Reisen
- John Bekins
- Lauren T Gilmore
- Julia T Rasell
- Haley N Bekins
Questions people ask
Does The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation give?
$386,600 in tax year 2025, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sally G Bekins (Director), Cynthia Bekins Anderson (Director), Sandra Bekins von Reisen (Director) and John Bekins (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and youth programs.