The John & Marie Ukena Charitable Trust
Historical FunderGordon, Nebraska · EIN 47-0717764 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $11,535.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SMITH KING AND SIMMONS PC |
|---|---|
| Address | 111 WEST 2ND STREET PO BOX 302, GORDON NE 69343 |
| Phone | 3082820690 |
| Form and materials | COMPLETED PAPER APPLICATION FORMS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO SMITH, KING AND SIMMONS, P.C. THE APPLICATION FORM INCLUDES ORGANIZATIONAL DATA OF THE REQUESTING ENTITY (INCLUDING A LIST OF ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS), INFORMATION ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION'S HISTORY AND ITS LONG-TERM PLANS, THE AMOUNT AND PURPOSE OF THE FUNDS REQUESTED, A HISTORY OF ANY PREVIOUS GRANT REQUESTS THE ORGANIZATION HAS SUBMITTED TO THE TRUST, RECENT REQUESTS FOR FUNDING FROM OTHER SOURCES, THE ORGANIZATION'S BUDGET FOR THE YEAR, AND OTHER STATISTICAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION. |
| Deadlines | GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE MAY 31 AND OCTOBER 31 OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION SHALL BE LOCATED IN GORDON, NE OR IN AN AREA WITHIN 20 MILES OF THE CITY LIMITS OF GORDON, NE. |
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
0% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Memorial Hospital | Gordon, NE | New whirlpool bathtub for nursing home | $12,500 |
| Gordon Senior Citizen Center | Gordon, NE | Insurance on building | $11,535 |
| Sheridan County Agricultural Society | Gordon, NE | Update electrical and equipment | $3,536 |
| Gordon Community Theater | Gordon, NE | Hvac system | $2,000 |
| Willow Tree Festival | Gordon, NE | Assistance with expenses related to annual festival | $2,000 |
| Care Foundation | Gordon, NE | Fundraising assistance | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,571 | 6 |
| 2024 | $34,569 | 6 |
| 2023 | $35,990 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620499349100507
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-0717764
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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