Cw Yount Foundation Inc

GERING, NE EIN: 47-0600603

CW Yount Foundation Inc is a private family foundation based in Gering, Nebraska. The foundation was established in 1978 and operates with limited staffing, relying on a small board of directors to manage its grantmaking activities.

Financial Overview

From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

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Annual Giving

$243K

+3.7% YoY

Grant Count

+0.0% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$4K

+3.7% YoY

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The foundation's primary mission centers on supporting youth development and community improvement in Western Nebraska. Key funding priorities include:

Scholarship awards for graduates of Gering High School and School District 60
Youth scouting programs
Equine therapy programs for individuals in need
Underage alcohol use prevention initiatives
Youth baseball programs
Summer camp programs
Christian faith-based youth programs
Programs that improve quality of life for residents of Western Nebraska
Higher education support

Grantmaking

The foundation operates on a preselected basis only and does not accept unsolicited applications for funds.

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

Primary funding focus is Western Nebraska, with some giving to organizations in North Carolina and Missouri.

Grant Distribution by State

Nebraska $990K (99%)

North Carolina $8K (1%)

States

Missouri North Carolina Nebraska

Cities

BOONEBRIDGEPORTBooneBridgeportCHADRONChadronGERINGGeringJOPLINJoplinLINCOLNLincolnOMAHASCOTTSBLUFFScottsbluffWALTONWalton

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

As of 2024:

Total assets: $2,959,908
Total revenues: $536,723
Total expenses: $467,370
Number of employees: 0

Revenue sources include:

Interest on checking account
Dividends from investment accounts
Farm rental revenue
Oil production revenue
Investment sales

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

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Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

Grant Insights

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2024

Grant Size Distribution

244 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Western Nebraska Community College Foundation ($25,000), Community Action Program Foundation ($20,000), Regional West Hospital Foundation ($20,000).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
Western Nebraska Community College Foundation Scottsbluff, NE	Bond Retirement Imps	$25,000
COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM FOUNDATION GERING, NE	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$20,000
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SCOTTSBLUFF, NE	RESIDENCE PROGRAM	$2,500
GERING PREP BASEBALL GERING, NE	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$3,000
GERING CEMETERY BOARD GERING, NE	CEMETERY MAINTANCE	$1,000
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE GERING, NE	COLLEGE SUPPORT	$12,000
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE HOMES WALTON, NE	FOSTER CHILDREN PROGRAM SUPPORT	$2,000
BOY SCOUTS SCOTTSBLUFF, NE	PROGRAM SUPPORT	$1,500
LEGACY OF THE PLAINS GERING, NE	MUSEUM SUPPORT	$5,000
CENTRAL CHURCH OF CHRIST GERING, NE	CAPITAL IMPS AND YOUTH PROGRAMS	$3,000

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

Benny Yount – President
Cherrie Yount – Vice President
Lisa Yount – Treasurer
Nick Kincaid – Secretary

All board members serve with minimal time commitment (2 hours per week) and receive no compensation.

Compensation Overview

From 2024 IRS filing

From 2024 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
TODD OUDERKIRK	PresidentDirector	1	$5,500
THOMAS HOLYOKE	SecretaryDirector	1	$5,500
JAMES EMERY	Manager and Director	4	$39,500

Contact Information

Address: 2885 Applewood Rd, Gering, NE 69341-1533
Telephone: 308-641-3284
EIN: 47-0600603

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cw Yount Foundation Inc fund?

The foundation's primary mission centers on supporting youth development and community improvement in Western Nebraska. Key funding priorities include: • Scholarship awards for graduates of Gering High School and School District 60 • Youth scouting programs • Equine therapy programs for individuals in need • Underage alcohol use prevention initiatives • Youth baseball programs • Summer camp programs • Christian faith-based youth programs • Programs that improve quality of life for residents of …

How do I apply for a grant from Cw Yount Foundation Inc?

**Grant Activity:** • Made 44 grants in 2024 • Total giving: $243,155 (2024) • Typical award range: $500–$25,000 • Median grant amount: $20,000 **Recent Grantees:** • Western Nebraska Community College Foundation ($25,000 for Bond Retirement Improvements; $14,455 for Scholarships) • Summit Christian College ($12,000 for College Support) **Application Process:** The foundation operates on a preselected basis only and does not accept unsolicited applications for funds.