Gardner Foundation
Wakefield, Nebraska · EIN 363705723 · Private foundation
Gardner Foundation is a private foundation based in Wakefield, Nebraska. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.3M in grants paid and $22.5M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 121 individual grants from this funder — $8.6M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Gardner Foundation funds
Gardner Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education, higher education, sports & recreation.
Populations it has supported include veterans.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Community School SCHOOL FUNDRAISING | Wakefield, NE | $1.2M | 2022 |
| Wayne State Foundation SCHOLARSHIPS | Wayne, NE | $891K | 2023 |
| Wayne State Foundation GENERAL OPERATING FUND | Wayne, NE | $585K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Gardner Foundation
Gardner Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Gardner Foundation
- Does Gardner Foundation accept grant applications?
- Gardner Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Gardner Foundation fund?
- Gardner Foundation's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Wakefield Community School, Wayne State Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Gardner Foundation give in grants?
- Gardner Foundation reported $1.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $8.6M over 121 grants.
- Where is Gardner Foundation located?
- Gardner Foundation is based in Wakefield, Nebraska. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 363705723.
- How can I find foundations similar to Gardner Foundation?
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