The Laurine Volkmer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Laurine Volkmer Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $24,000. 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 grants6
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$68,356
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $92,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $92,000 | 6 | $242,377 |
| 2024 | $92,000 | 6 | $152,413 |
| 2025 | $92,000 | 6 | $68,356 |
How to apply
The Laurine Volkmer 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 Laurine Volkmer Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 6 | $92,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Social Services | $12,000 to support general programs of the organization; $12,000 to support programs in the auburn nebraska area | $24,000 |
| Lourdes Central Catholic High School | To support general programs of the organization | $20,000 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church | To support general programs of the organization | $12,000 |
| St Benedict's Catholic Church | To support general programs of the organization | $12,000 |
| St Joseph's Catholic Church | To support general programs of the organization | $12,000 |
| St Bernard's Catholic Church | To support general programs of the organization | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary G Volkmer
- Lee M Volkmer
- Kathileen E Camby
Questions people ask
Does The Laurine Volkmer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Laurine Volkmer Foundation give?
$92,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The Laurine Volkmer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary G Volkmer (President), Lee M Volkmer (Secretary/Treasurer) and Kathileen E Camby (Director).
What does The Laurine Volkmer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.