Wilson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wilson Foundation is a private foundation in Cozad, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,847 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $39,814. 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$99,847
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$39,814
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $327,148 the year before.
12% 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 | $78,240 | 24 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $327,148 | 19 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $99,847 | 18 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Wilson 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 Wilson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 18 | $99,847 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cozad School Foundation | Educational | $39,814 |
| Cozad Camping Ministry | Religious-Civic | $25,000 |
| Cozad Child Care | Civic | $7,000 |
| Cozad Afterzone | Educational | $5,500 |
| Cozad Wellness Center | Civic | $4,033 |
| Cozad Community Foundation | Civic | $2,500 |
| 100th Meridian Museum | Civic | $2,000 |
| Robert Henri Museum | Civic | $2,000 |
| Cozad Grand Generation | Poverty | $2,000 |
| Cozad Library Foundation | Educational | $2,000 |
| Dawson County Family Partners | Poverty | $1,500 |
| Clothe Em | Poverty | $1,000 |
| Cozad Food Pantry | Poverty | $1,000 |
| Cozad Ministerial Assoc | Civic-Religious | $1,000 |
| Cozad VFW | Civic | $1,000 |
| Project Prom | Educational | $1,000 |
| Individual | Poverty | $1,000 |
| Cozad Community Leaders | Civic | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Trusdale
- Bruce Hart
- Peggy Montgomery
Questions people ask
Does Wilson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilson Foundation give?
$99,847 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Wilson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Trusdale (President), Bruce Hart (V-President) and Peggy Montgomery (Secretary).
What does Wilson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.