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Oldfather Foundation Trust is a private trust based in KEARNEY, NE. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2013. The principal officer is David Oldfather. It holds total assets of $886K. Annual income is reported at $350K. Total assets have grown from $219K in 2010 to $864K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Nebraska and Colorado. According to available records, Oldfather Foundation Trust has made 28 grants totaling $147K, with a median grant of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $17K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 14 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Nebraska and Colorado. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$21K
Based on 10 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Oldfather Foundation Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 28 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NE, CO.
Oldfather Foundation Trust has distributed a total of $147K across 28 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $17K.
Oldfather Foundation Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Oldfather Foundation Trust is headquartered in KEARNEY, NE. While based in NE, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David H Oldfather | CO-TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jane O Light | CO-TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$78K
Total Assets
$864K
Fair Market Value
$1.3M
Net Worth
$864K
Grants Paid
$65K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$8K
Distribution Amount
$61K
Total: $397K
Total Grants
28
Total Giving
$147K
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
14
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| LighthouseGENERAL FUND OPERATIONS | Lincoln, NE | $15K | 2022 |
| Elevating ConnectionsGENERAL OPERATIONS | Greenwood Village, CO | $17K | 2022 |
| Kearney Buffalo County CasaGENERAL OPERATIONS | Kearney, NE | $12K | 2022 |
| Kearney Catholic Hs FoundationGENERAL FUND OPERATIONS | Kearney, NE | $8K | 2022 |
| Buffalo County Community PtrGENERAL FUND OPERATIONS | Kearney, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Ne State Historical Society FoundatGENERAL FUND OPERATIONS | Lincoln, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Nebraska 4-H FoundationYOUTH SUPPORT | Lincoln, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Kearney Public Library FoundationGENERAL FUND OPEATIONS | Kearney, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Archway Society Of Kearney NeGENERAL OPERATIONS | Kearney, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Kearney Family YmcaYOUTH MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT | Kearney, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Kearney Area Community FoundationGENERAL FUNDS OPERATIONS | Kearney, NE | $3K | 2022 |
| Helpcare ClinicGENERAL FUND OPERATIONS | Kearney, NE | $2K | 2022 |
| Nebraska Cattlemen'S ClassicYOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS | Kearney, NE | $1K | 2022 |
| Fonner Park-Ne State 4-H Horse ShoYOUTH SUPPORT | Grand Island, NE | $250 | 2022 |