The Mary Louise Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Mary Louise Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Norfolk, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $168,982 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $106,982. 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$168,982
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$106,982
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $181,952 the year before.
7% 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 | $186,375 | 45 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $181,952 | 44 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $168,982 | 46 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Mary Louise Foundation Inc 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 Mary Louise Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 2 | $108,982 |
| Nebraska | 13 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $4,000 |
| New York | 3 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $4,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Advised Fund | Disadvantaged children | $106,982 |
| Red Cloud Indian School | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Edmunite Missions | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Father Nadonly Good News Fund | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Mosaic | Assist children with disabilities | $2,000 |
| World Vision | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Catholic Medical Mission | Medical missions | $2,000 |
| Feed the Children | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| St Augustine Indian Mission | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Benedictine House | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Smile Train | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Medical assistance | $2,000 |
| St Joseph Indian School | Medical relief | $2,000 |
| Maryknoll Sisters | Medical relief | $2,000 |
| Christian Applachian Project | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Priests for Life | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | Mission relief | $2,000 |
| Salesian Mission | Disadvantaged children | $2,000 |
| Missions of Africa | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Boys Town Nebraska | Disadvantaged children | $1,000 |
| Soaring Eagle | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Oxfam | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Norfolk Area of Habitat for Humanit | Disadvantaged housing | $1,000 |
| Missionary Benedictine Sisters | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| General Sect of Francisan Missions | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Bread and Water for Africa | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| St Labre Indian School | Medical missions | $1,000 |
| Oblate Mission | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Covenant House | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis of Assissi | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| World Villages for Children | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Siena Francis House | Medical mission | $1,000 |
| Conception Abbey | Priest formation | $1,000 |
| Care Gift Center | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Poor Clares of Omaha | Medical relief | $1,000 |
| Operation Smile | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Fatima Center USA | Mission relief | $1,000 |
| Columban Fathers | Mission relief | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard P Abler
- Laneta M Abler
- Steven Abler
Questions people ask
Does The Mary Louise Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mary Louise Foundation Inc give?
$168,982 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Mary Louise Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard P Abler (President), Laneta M Abler (Secretary) and Steven Abler (Vice Preside).
What does The Mary Louise Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and human services.