The Landen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Landen Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$92,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,500 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $92,500 | 30 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,500 | 28 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $92,000 | 28 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Landen 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 The Landen Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 28 | $92,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Children Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Omaha Police Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| One World Community Health Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Project Harmony | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Northstar | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Girls Inc of Omaha | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Munroe-Meyer Institute | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Avenue Scholars | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Boys Town | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Completely Kids Weekend Food PGM | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Cues | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of the Heartland | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Heart Ministry | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Joslyn Art Musuem | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Metro Community College | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Nebraska Game and Parks | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Omaha Conservatory of Music | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Open Door Mission | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Santa Monica House | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Sienna Francis House | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics Nebraska | Charitable | $2,500 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Wca | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Women's Fund of Omaha | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Omaha World Herald Goodfellows | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- C L Landen
- James E Landen
- Shirley Huerter
- Mary Brendis
Questions people ask
Does The Landen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Landen Foundation give?
$92,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Landen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists C L Landen (President), James E Landen (Secretary), Shirley Huerter (Treasurer) and Mary Brendis (Director).
What does The Landen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.