The Lozier Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lozier Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $49.2 million in 450 grants; the typical grant was $38,128 and the largest $2.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$49.2 million
- Number of grants450
- Typical grant$38,128
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$517 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $36.0 million the year before.
63% 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 | $36.0 million | 245 | $525 million |
| 2024 | $49.2 million | 450 | $517 million |
How to apply
The Lozier 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Lozier Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 386 | $44.5 million |
| Iowa | 18 | $2.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $1.3 million |
| California | 2 | $500,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $102,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $72,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Alabama | 12 | $48,000 |
| Missouri | 7 | $28,000 |
| Indiana | 6 | $24,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Front Porch Investments | General operating support | $2.0 million |
| Mental Health Innovation Foundation | General operating support | $2.0 million |
| Black Police Officers Association of Omaha | General operating support | $1.5 million |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | $1.3 million |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | $1.1 million |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Collective for Hope | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| College of St Mary | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Youth Emergency Services Inc | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Womens Fund of Greater Omaha Inc | General operating support | $800,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | General operating support | $600,000 |
| Womens Fund of Greater Omaha Inc | General operating support | $540,000 |
| Omaha Parks Foundation Inc | General operating support | $500,387 |
| Charles E Lakin Human Services Campus Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Charles E Lakin Human Services Campus Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Child Saving Institute Inc | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Creighton University | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Foodbank for the Heartland | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Holy Name Housing Corporation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Micah House Corporation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Omaha Community Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Oneworld Community Health Centers Inc | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Southside Redevelopment Corporation DBA Canopy South | General operating support | $500,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Womens Center for Advancement | General operating support | $450,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Omaha Inc | General operating support | $406,000 |
| Justice for Our Neighbors Nebraska DBA Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advan | General operating support | $400,000 |
| Womens Fund of Greater Omaha Inc | General operating support | $400,000 |
| College of St Mary | General operating support | $399,690 |
| Collective for Youth | General operating support | $375,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General operating support | $340,000 |
| Council Bluffs Schools Foundation Inc | General operating support | $330,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands | General operating support | $325,000 |
| Equal Play - Inspiring Confidence for Girls | General operating support | $322,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Omaha Inc | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Legal Aid of Nebraska | General operating support | $300,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dianne S Lozier
- Collette Lozier
- A George Lozier
- Ashley Kuhn
- John Heaston Deceased 5312024
- Janice Garnett
- Emiliano Lerda
Questions people ask
Does The Lozier Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lozier Foundation give?
$49.2 million in tax year 2024, across 450 grants, with a typical grant of $38,128.
Who runs The Lozier Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dianne S Lozier (Exec Director/Trustee), Collette Lozier (Trustee), A George Lozier (Trustee) and Ashley Kuhn (Trustee (Ending 2024)/ADVISOR) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Lozier Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.