Westchester Lane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Westchester Lane Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $756,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$756,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $550,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $550,000 | 3 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $756,000 | 3 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
Westchester Lane 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 Westchester Lane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $506,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha Performing Arts | General support | $500,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | General support | $250,000 |
| Film Streams | General support | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott C Heider
- Cindy M Heider
- Grant Heider
- Courtney Heider
- Erin Swanson Russell
Questions people ask
Does Westchester Lane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Westchester Lane Foundation give?
$756,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Westchester Lane Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott C Heider (President), Cindy M Heider (Vice President), Grant Heider (Director) and Courtney Heider (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Westchester Lane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.