Great Plains Education Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Great Plains Education Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Aberdeen, South Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $700,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$32.0 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $305,000 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $305,000 | 9 | $30.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 6 | $32.0 million |
How to apply
Great Plains Education Foundation Inc 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 Great Plains Education Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 6 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota Board of Regents | Educational Impact Campaign and SDSBVI | $700,000 |
| South Dakota Historical Society Foundation | General Operations | $200,000 |
| Aberdeen School District | Tutoring Program | $115,000 |
| Aberdeen Catholic School System | Educational Programming | $65,000 |
| Aberdeen Christian School | Tuition Assistance Program | $20,000 |
| SPURS Therapeutic Riding | Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvey C Jewett IV
- Jack Thompson
- Mike Evans
- Eldon Swingler
Questions people ask
Does Great Plains Education Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Great Plains Education Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Great Plains Education Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Harvey C Jewett IV (President/Secretary/Treasurer), Jack Thompson (Vice President), Mike Evans (Director) and Eldon Swingler (Director).
What does Great Plains Education Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.