The Fred and Sally Bekins Foundation
Historical FunderOmaha, Nebraska · EIN 47-0751383 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$387K
Organizations funded53
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$8.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE FRED AND SALLY BEKINS FOUNDATIO |
|---|---|
| Address | 312 NORTH 96TH STREET, OMAHA NE 68114 |
| Phone | 4023990999 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OR VERBAL REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
1% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillwell Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $130,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $70,000 |
| Henry Doorly Zoo | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $40,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Foodbank for the Heartland | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Northstar Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Savings Grace Perishable Food Rescue | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $10,000 |
| Children's Nebraska Hospital & Medical Center Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Nebraska Humane Society | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Omaha Home for Boys | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Scouting America Mid America Council | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Sheltering Tree | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $5,000 |
| Marian High School Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $4,500 |
| Hospice House | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $3,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $3,000 |
| Sienafrancis House Homeless Shelter | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $3,000 |
| Heartland Hope Mission | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,500 |
| Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue | Council Bluffs, IA | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,500 |
| Methodist Hospital Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,100 |
| Ak-Sar-Ben Scholarship Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Brownell Talbot Fund | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Dreamweaver Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Durham Museum | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of Omaha | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Nebraska Children's Home Society | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Performing Arts | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Public Library Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Opera Omaha | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Prospect Hill Cemetery | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army Omaha City Command | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics Nebraska | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Voices for Children in Nebraska | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Westside Community School Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Access Period | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| At Ease USA | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Bellevue Little Theater | Bellevue, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Keep Omaha Beautiful Inc | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Nebraska Wildlife Rehab Inc | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $2,000 |
| Omaha Symphony | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,500 |
| Jeanette Hunt Blair Animal Shelter | Blair, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,500 |
| Fontenell Forest | Bellevue, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,000 |
| Heartland Family Service | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,000 |
| Madonna Ability Alliance | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,000 |
| Omaha Equestrian Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $1,000 |
| Central High School Foundation | Omaha, NE | Unsolicated request for funds | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $386,600 | 53 |
| 2024 | $329,250 | 47 |
| 2023 | $230,250 | 43 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349100840
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-0751383
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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