The LeBaron Foundation
Historical FunderLincoln, Nebraska · EIN 27-6829727 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | The Lebaron Foundation |
|---|---|
| Address | 600 West E Street, Lincoln NE 68522 |
| Phone | 4024753671 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION SHOULD BE MADE BY LETTER AND INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: -THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH THE FUNDS WILL BE USED -THE AMOUNT OF FUNDS REQUESTED -A COPY OF THE LETTER FROM THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AUTHORIZING IRC SECTION 501(C)(3) STATUS |
| 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
23% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way | Lincoln, NE | General Support | $15,000 |
| Charles Malone Center | Lincoln, NE | General Support | $10,000 |
| Clinic With a Heart | Lincoln, NE | General Support | $10,000 |
| Sheldon Art Association | Lincoln, NE | Exhibition and Education Programs | $5,000 |
| Nebraska Cultural Endowment | Omaha, NE | General Support | $5,000 |
| Mid-America Arts Alliance | Kansas City, MO | Donation | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Community Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Public Art Lincoln | $3,000 |
| MONA Courtesy Fund | Bellevue, WA | Flat Acquisition | $2,500 |
| Nebraska Cultural Endowment | Omaha, NE | Bob Nefsky fund | $2,500 |
| Lux Center for the Arts | Lincoln, NE | silvery gallery sponsor | $1,500 |
| Charlie Russell Riders Foundation | Bigfork, MT | Copper Spur level | $1,000 |
| Domesti-PUPS | Lincoln, NE | General Support | $500 |
| Lincoln High Booster Club | Lincoln, NE | Swim Blocks | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $61,500 | 13 |
| 2024 | $39,587 | 8 |
| 2023 | $8,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349100631
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-6829727
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.