The Omnium Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Omnium Foundation is a private foundation in Elkhorn, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $50,000. 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$85,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $88,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $88,000 | 8 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 8 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Omnium 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 Omnium Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $73,750 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,750 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,750 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $3,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Denver | General charitable support | $50,000 |
| Ear Community | General charitable support | $15,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | General charitable support | $3,750 |
| Liftup of Routt County | General charitable support | $3,750 |
| Global Giving Foundationgreater Boston Food Bank | Cheneral charitable support | $3,750 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina | General charitable support | $3,750 |
| Better Tomorrow Aka Queer Future | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Better Tomorrow Aka Yampa Valley Pride | General charitable support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Wilwerding
- Elaine Wilwerding
- Lauren Wilwerding
- Chloe Wilwerding
- Faith Wilwerding
Questions people ask
Does The Omnium Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Omnium Foundation give?
$85,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs The Omnium Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas Wilwerding (Officer), Elaine Wilwerding (Officer), Lauren Wilwerding (Officer) and Chloe Wilwerding (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Omnium Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.