The Hawks Foundation
Historical FunderOmaha, Nebraska · EIN 47-6194021 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$32.6M
Organizations funded141
Typical grant$40,000
Total assets$625.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $75,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | RHONDA A HAWKS |
|---|---|
| Address | 14302 FNB PARKWAY, OMAHA NE 68154 |
| Phone | 4026919500 |
| Form and materials | A SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANT SHOULD SUBMIT A COMPLETED SCHOLARSHIP FORM, WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS INCLUDING FINANCIAL INFORMATION, GRADE TRANSCRIPT AND RESULTS OF ACT TEST. A MEDICAL PROGRAM APPLICANT SHOULD SUBMIT A COMPLETED MEDICAL PROGRAM FORM, WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS INCLUDING FINANCIAL INFORMATION. APPLICATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE FOUNDATION'S OFFICE. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | A SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANT MUST BE ENROLLED AS A FULL-TIME STUDENT, MUST DEMONSTRATE "FINANCIAL NEED AND MUST MAINTAIN AT LEAST A 2.8 GRADE POINT AVERAGE ON A 4.0 SCALE. |
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
15% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schwab Donor Advised Fund | New York, NY | General support | $6,949,615 |
| Omaha Public Library Foundation | Omaha, NE | Support library collections | $6,050,000 |
| Community Alliance Foundation | Omaha, NE | Support mental health programs | $2,515,000 |
| Child Savings Institute | Omaha, NE | Support child & family services | $2,016,000 |
| Child Savings Institute | Omaha, NE | Support child & family | $2,002,980 |
| Downtown Riverfront Trust | Omaha, NE | Support community park project | $2,000,000 |
| Museum of Nebraska Art | Kearney, NE | Support art museuam | $1,500,000 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Omaha, NE | Support performing arts | $1,070,000 |
| Justice for Our Neighbors | Omaha, NE | Support legal aid for immigrants and refugees | $950,015 |
| University of Ne Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Support education programs and scholarships | $702,599 |
| Josie Harper Hospice House | Omaha, NE | Support palliative care | $400,000 |
| Nebraska Public Media (Fka Net Ne) | Lincoln, NE | Support educational media | $300,000 |
| University of Ne Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Support education programs and scholarships | $290,857 |
| Brooke Army Medical Center | San Antonio, TX | Seats for soldiers | $222,845 |
| University of Ne Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Support education programs and scholarships | $215,000 |
| Durham Museum | Omaha, NE | Support museum programs | $200,000 |
| Heartland Family Service | Omaha, NE | Support mental health care | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts General Physicians Organization | Boston, MA | Support for mental health education | $195,758 |
| Santa Monica | Omaha, NE | Support women in recovery | $150,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Center | Omaha, NE | Support legal aid for immigrants and refugees | $124,985 |
| College of St Mary | Omaha, NE | Support scholarship program | $120,000 |
| Lutheran Church of the Master | Omaha, NE | Support christian ministry | $108,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands | Omaha, NE | Support youth programs | $100,000 |
| Family Housing Advisory Services | Omaha, NE | Support financial literacy program | $100,000 |
| Holy Name Housing Corporation | Omaha, NE | Support low income housing program | $100,000 |
| Joslyn Art Museum | Omaha, NE | Support museum | $100,000 |
| Omaha Symphony | Omaha, NE | Support performing arts | $100,000 |
| One World Community Health Center | Omaha, NE | Support health care | $100,000 |
| Rise (Fka Defy) | Omaha, NE | Support re-entry program for incarcerated | $100,000 |
| Mount Sinai Health System | New York, NY | Support medical research | $100,000 |
| Siena Francis House | Omaha, NE | Support shelter services | $100,000 |
| Susan Laflesche Picotte Center | Walthill, NE | Support museum project | $100,000 |
| Intercultural Senior Center | Omaha, NE | Support programs for seniors | $80,000 |
| Together Inc | Omaha, NE | Support homeless prevention program | $80,000 |
| Metropolitan Community College | Omaha, NE | Support academic program | $76,000 |
| Completely Kids | Omaha, NE | Support out of schooltime program | $75,000 |
| Omaha Municipal Land Bank | Omaha, NE | Support redevelopment | $75,000 |
| Bellevue University Foundation | Bellevue, NE | Support scholarships | $75,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Cb | Council Bluffs, IA | Support middle income housing | $75,000 |
| Kiewit Luminarium | Omaha, NE | Support science education | $75,000 |
| Heart Ministry Center | Omaha, NE | Support poverty relief program | $73,583 |
| Girls Incorporated of Omaha | Omaha, NE | Support out of school program for girls | $70,000 |
| Kountze Commons Social Worker | Omaha, NE | Support social work navigation | $65,000 |
| Micah House | Council Bluffs, IA | Support shelter services | $65,000 |
| Legal Aid | Omaha, NE | Support civil legal services for the poor | $60,050 |
| Friendship Home of Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | Support women's shelter | $60,000 |
| Carole's House of Hope | Omaha, NE | Support housing for women and children | $60,000 |
| Visiting Nurses Assoc | Omaha, NE | Support heatlh care for low-income | $60,000 |
| New Visions Homeless Services | Council Bluffs, IA | Support homeless services | $58,866 |
| University of Nebraska Omaha | Omaha, NE | Support scholarship and athletics programs | $53,061 |
| Casa for Douglas County | Omaha, NE | Support child advocacy program | $50,000 |
| Good News Jail & Prison Ministry | Omaha, NE | Support jail ministry program | $50,000 |
| Heartland Hope Mission | Omaha, NE | Support food pantry | $50,000 |
| Omaha Conservatory of Music | Omaha, NE | Support arts education for underserved | $50,000 |
| Release Ministries | Omaha, NE | Support youth and family mentoring | $50,000 |
| Share Omaha | Omaha, NE | Support nonprofit services | $50,000 |
| Stephen Center Inc | Omaha, NE | Support homeless and addiction recovery | $50,000 |
| Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum | Ashland, NE | Support science education | $50,000 |
| Centerpointe Inc | Lincoln, NE | Support recovery programs | $50,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Omaha, NE | Support food distribution | $50,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 141 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $32,624,070 | 141 |
| 2023 | $26,656,230 | 188 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 3, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533079349101328
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-6194021
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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