Adams RBG Empowerment Fund
Invitation OnlyLincoln, Nebraska · EIN 85-6694180 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$229K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education Rights Counsel | Omaha, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Nebraska Appleseed | Lincoln, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | Lincoln, NE | To endow the Adams RBG scholarship fund. | $25,000 |
| Nebraska Civic Engagement Table | Lincoln, NE | To fund the Powerbuilding Team. | $22,625 |
| Nebraska Journalism Trust | Omaha, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Lincoln Community Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $18,000 |
| Rewire News Group | McLean, VA | To further the programs of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Lincoln, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Friends of Lied Center for Performing Arts | Lincoln, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Repro TLC | Berwyn, IL | To further the programs of the organization. | $10,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Lincoln, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Trust Women Foundation Inc | Wichita, KS | To further the programs of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Foster Care Closet | Lincoln, NE | Holiday Donation - Clothing for 10 children | $3,500 |
| The Phoenix Theatre Company and Subsidiary | Phoenix, AZ | To further the programs of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust Inc | Wood River, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Sheltering Tree | Omaha, NE | To further the programs of the organization. | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $228,625 | 16 |
| 2024 | $220,975 | 14 |
| 2023 | $207,127 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349102632
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-6694180
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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