Dick Scheffel Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyReno, Nevada · EIN 27-1036243 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$165K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$4,500
Total assets$5.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $37,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
18% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Reno, NV | Youth support | $52,000 |
| Renown Health Foundation | Reno, NV | Community health support | $50,000 |
| Nevada Mueseum of Art | Reno, NV | Community support | $37,500 |
| The Eddy House | Reno, NV | Youth support | $10,000 |
| Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities | Reno, NV | General support for independent, data analysis of critical policy issues for nevada | $5,000 |
| Horsemanship for Heroes | Reno, NV | Equine-Assisted psychotherapy and learning program for veterans, emergency responders, and their families. | $4,500 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Sparks, NV | Community support | $2,000 |
| National Security Forum of Northern Nevada | Reno, NV | General support for thoughtful consideration of international, politico-military, and geo-economic issues. | $1,001 |
| California Waterfowl Association | Roseville, CA | Support for preservation of waterfowl habitat | $1,000 |
| East Grassland Waterfowl Association | Livingston, CA | Support for preservation of waterfowl habitat | $1,000 |
| Artown | Reno, NV | Community support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $165,001 | 11 |
| 2023 | $184,913 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 29, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503029349101155
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1036243
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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