Edwards Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edwards Family Foundation is a private foundation in Aberdeen, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500,000 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $417,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $170,000 | 2 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $417,000 | 3 | $8.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 3 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
Edwards Family 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 Edwards Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $500,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United in Purpose | Support traditional family values | $500,000 |
| Dr James Dobson Family Talk | To share their mission to strengthen families | $500,000 |
| Aberdeen Christian School Foundatio | General school expenses | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Edwards
- Karen Edwards
- Nathan Edwards
- Kelly Rae Haskell
- Ty K Edwards
Questions people ask
Does Edwards Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edwards Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs Edwards Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Edwards (President), Karen Edwards (VP, Secretary/Treasurer), Nathan Edwards (Director) and Kelly Rae Haskell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edwards Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.