The Owen Foundation
Accepts applications
The Owen Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2023 it gave $552,600 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $135,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$552,600
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2023 was down from $904,405 the year before.
62% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $344,650 | 26 | $3.1 million |
| 2022 | $904,405 | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $552,600 | 26 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert E Owen PO Box 1085, Omaha, NE 68101-1085 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (712) 347-5500 |
What The Owen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 23 | $541,600 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Ministry Center | Charitable | $135,000 |
| Lpif Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Holy Name School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Vita Nova Maternity Community | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Aksarben Foundation | Charitable | $33,250 |
| Opera Omaha | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Ross Leaders | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Friends of Nebraska Parks | Charitable | $12,500 |
| St Margaret Mary Church | Charitable | $10,000 |
| United Way of the Midlands | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $8,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Creighton Prep High School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Makr Group | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Jet Award Foundation and Trust | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Completely Kids Guild | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Omaha Symphony | Charitable | $1,350 |
| Bensen Theatre | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bluestem Robotics Incorporated | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Nebraska Game and Parks Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Bay Fka Rabble Mill | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wahoo Ministerial Committee | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E Owen
- Tyler R Owen
- James Pfeffer
Questions people ask
Does The Owen Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Owen Foundation give?
$552,600 in tax year 2023, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The Owen Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Robert E Owen (Trustee - PR), Tyler R Owen (Trustee - PR) and James Pfeffer (Trustee - SE).
What does The Owen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.