Paul and Oscar Giger Foundation Inc
Historical FunderBoys Town, Nebraska · EIN 47-0682708 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $7,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | PAUL AND OSCAR GIGER FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O PERRY K WISEMAN CPA, PO BOX 690, BOYS TOWN NE 68010 |
| Phone | 4028611800 |
| GIGERFOUNDATION1357@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | GRANT APPLICATION PROVIDED BY THE TRUSTEE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | RECIPIENT MUST BE A 501 (C)(3) ORGANIZATION. PRIORITY GIVEN TO GRANT REQUESTS INVOLVING THE ENVIRONMENT, SENIOR CITIZENS, EDUCATION, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, AND MUSIC EDUCATION. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
13% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Central Congregational | Omaha, NE | Capital building campaign | $10,500 |
| Omaha Public Library Foundation | Omaha, NE | Adult literacy books / programs | $9,205 |
| Opera Omaha | Omaha, NE | Community engagement / education | $8,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | Omaha, NE | Arbor day festival | $7,000 |
| Bluebarn Theatre | Omaha, NE | Building supplies | $5,000 |
| Omaha Symphony Orchestra | Omaha, NE | Choral collaborative | $5,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Omaha, NE | Food donation | $4,500 |
| Metro Community College | Omaha, NE | Scholarship endowment | $4,000 |
| Completely Kids | Omaha, NE | Weekend food program | $3,000 |
| Siena Francis House | Omaha, NE | General support | $3,000 |
| Child Saving Institute | Omaha, NE | Project funding / emergency shelter | $2,000 |
| Mt Pleasant Symphony | Sullivans Island, SC | General support | $2,000 |
| Ne Humane Society | Omaha, NE | Walk for the animals/animeals | $2,000 |
| South Carolina Aquarium | Chalreston, SC | Sea turtle care | $1,500 |
| Kvno Radio | Omaha, NE | Classical music support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67,705 | 15 |
| 2023 | $65,050 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 1, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512749349100421
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-0682708
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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