The Hawks Foundation
Accepts applications
The Hawks Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $32.6 million in 141 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $6.9 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$32.6 million
- Number of grants141
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$6.9 million
- Assets$626 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $26.7 million the year before.
44% 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 | $26.7 million | 188 | $516 million |
| 2024 | $32.6 million | 141 | $626 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Rhonda A Hawks 14302 FNB Parkway, Omaha, NE 68154 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (402) 691-9500 |
| What to submit | A scholarship applicant should submit a completed scholarship form, with required attachments including financial information, grade transcript and results of act test. A medical program applicant should submit a completed medical program form, with required attachments including financial information. Application forms are available at the foundation's office. |
| Restrictions | A scholarship applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student, must demonstrate "financial need and must maintain at least a 2.8 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. |
What The Hawks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 119 | $24.8 million |
| New York | 2 | $7.0 million |
| Iowa | 11 | $344,866 |
| Texas | 1 | $222,845 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $195,758 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $33,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $13,032 |
| Florida | 1 | $9,400 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Donor Advised Fund | General support | $6.9 million |
| Omaha Public Library Foundation | Support library collections | $6.0 million |
| Community Alliance Foundation | Support mental health programs | $2.5 million |
| Child Savings Institute | Support child & family services | $2.0 million |
| Child Savings Institute | Support child & family | $2.0 million |
| Downtown Riverfront Trust | Support community park project | $2.0 million |
| Museum of Nebraska Art | Support art museuam | $1.5 million |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Support performing arts | $1.1 million |
| Justice for Our Neighbors | Support legal aid for immigrants and refugees | $950,015 |
| University of NE Foundation | Support education programs and scholarships | $702,599 |
| Josie Harper Hospice House | Support palliative care | $400,000 |
| Nebraska Public Media (Fka Net NE) | Support educational media | $300,000 |
| University of NE Foundation | Support education programs and scholarships | $290,857 |
| Brooke Army Medical Center | Seats for soldiers | $222,845 |
| University of NE Foundation | Support education programs and scholarships | $215,000 |
| Durham Museum | Support museum programs | $200,000 |
| Heartland Family Service | Support mental health care | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts General Physicians Organization | Support for mental health education | $195,758 |
| Santa Monica | Support women in recovery | $150,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Center | Support legal aid for immigrants and refugees | $124,985 |
| College of St Mary | Support scholarship program | $120,000 |
| Lutheran Church of the Master | Support christian ministry | $108,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands | Support youth programs | $100,000 |
| Family Housing Advisory Services | Support financial literacy program | $100,000 |
| Holy Name Housing Corporation | Support low income housing program | $100,000 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | Support museum | $100,000 |
| Omaha Symphony | Support performing arts | $100,000 |
| One World Community Health Center | Support health care | $100,000 |
| Rise (Fka Defy) | Support re-entry program for incarcerated | $100,000 |
| Mount Sinai Health System | Support medical research | $100,000 |
| Siena Francis House | Support shelter services | $100,000 |
| Susan Laflesche Picotte Center | Support museum project | $100,000 |
| Intercultural Senior Center | Support programs for seniors | $80,000 |
| Together Inc | Support homeless prevention program | $80,000 |
| Metropolitan Community College | Support academic program | $76,000 |
| Completely Kids | Support out of schooltime program | $75,000 |
| Omaha Municipal Land Bank | Support redevelopment | $75,000 |
| Bellevue University Foundation | Support scholarships | $75,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - CB | Support middle income housing | $75,000 |
| Kiewit Luminarium | Support science education | $75,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard L Hawks
- Neal H Hawks
- Troy T Hawks
- Rhonda A Hawks
- Lisa D Thomsen
- Rachel J Clay
- Julie M Cobb
- Ronald N Quinn
Questions people ask
Does The Hawks Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Hawks Foundation give?
$32.6 million in tax year 2024, across 141 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Hawks Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Howard L Hawks (Trustee (Thru 12/6/24)), Neal H Hawks (Trustee), Troy T Hawks (Trustee) and Rhonda A Hawks (VP, Secretary & Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Hawks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.