James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Ogden, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,566 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $44,066. 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$62,566
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$44,066
- Assets$32,578
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,000 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 | $46,852 | 4 | $2,913 |
| 2024 | $37,000 | 1 | $2,822 |
| 2025 | $62,566 | 6 | $32,578 |
How to apply
James E & Norma Kier Charitable 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 James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 6 | $62,566 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prevent Child Abuse Utah | General charitable purpose | $44,066 |
| Trinity Presbyterian Church | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Weber County School District Foundation | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Weber State University | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | General charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Wasatch District Pipe Band | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norma A Kier
- Bonnie J Kier-Herrick
- Stephen J Kier
- Scott J Kier
- Kimi L Kier-Noar
- Kara A Kier-Ferguson
Questions people ask
Does James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation give?
$62,566 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Norma A Kier (Trustee), Bonnie J Kier-Herrick (Trustee), Stephen J Kier (Trustee) and Scott J Kier (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does James E & Norma Kier Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.