The Chief Foundation Inc
Historical FunderGrand Island, Nebraska · EIN 20-4896971 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE CHIEF FOUNDATION CO CHERYL VAJG |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 2078, GRAND ISLAND NE 68802 |
| Phone | 3083897200 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN APPLICATION WITH APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GRANTS WILL BE MADE TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE TAX-EXEMPT AS DEFINED IN SECTION 501(c)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. |
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
12% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Island Children's Museum | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $60,000 |
| Central Catholic Development Foundation | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $50,000 |
| Greater Grand Island Community Foundation | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $25,000 |
| Northeast Community College | Norfolk, NE | Capital asset support for community | $20,000 |
| Hamilton County Inclusive Playground | Aurora, NE | Capital asset support for community | $20,000 |
| Centura Educational Foundation | Cairo, NE | Capital asset support for community | $5,000 |
| Good Samaritan Food Pantry Rensselaer | Rensselaer, IN | Capital asset support for community | $5,000 |
| Crossroads Mission Avenue | Hastings, NE | Capital asset support for community | $5,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($33,750). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Island Children's Museum | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $180,000 |
| Grand Island YWCA | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $150,000 |
| Central Catholic Development Foundation | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $50,000 |
| Greater Grand Island Community Foundation | Grand Island, NE | Capital asset support for community | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $223,750 | 19 |
| 2024 | $179,167 | 23 |
| 2023 | $114,166 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621269349100132
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-4896971
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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