Wittler Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Wittler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Elkhorn, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$45,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$643,232
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $400,000 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 3 | $496,252 |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 5 | $643,232 |
How to apply
| Contact | Kathleen Wittler 19403 Hamilton Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (402) 297-3312 |
| What to submit | Provide name and address, reason for request, proof of tax exempt status. |
| Restrictions | Must be a 170(c)2 organization |
What Wittler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 4 | $39,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha Zoo Foundation | Support community | $25,000 |
| Promise 4 Paws | Support pet community | $6,000 |
| Wag N Train Terrier Rescue | Support pet community | $6,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Promote education | $5,000 |
| American Legion Post 246 | Support community | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen Wittler
- Jyl Brown
- William Wittler
Questions people ask
Does Wittler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wittler Family Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Wittler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathleen Wittler (President), Jyl Brown (Director) and William Wittler (Director).
What does Wittler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.