Dane G Hansen Foundation
The Dane G Hansen Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) philanthropic organization established in 1965 through the generous donation of Dane G. Hansen, an exceptional Kansas citizen. Based in Logan, Kansas, the foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life through strategic grantmaking and community support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$362.9M
-1.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$39.4M
+19.1% YoY
Grant Count
323
+1.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$122K
+17.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on enhancing the quality of life in the communities it serves. Primary funding focus areas include:
- Education – Enhancing the learning environment and expanding opportunities for students; providing increased self-reliance on personal life skills and workforce capability
- Health Care – Ensuring access to quality health services and promoting healthy life practices
- Community Social Services & Security – Enhancing access to social services for individuals with special needs and supporting systems for community disaster relief and general emergencies
- Conservation & Environment – Supporting efforts to improve and maintain high air and water quality, appreciation for natural environment, and enhancing economic and social benefits of outdoor resources
- Arts & Culture – Providing cultural and artistic opportunities to enhance quality of life for local residents and encourage tourism and exchange of ideas
- Community Beautification – Supporting efforts to improve and maintain public spaces to enhance community pride and encourage socialization among residents
- Youth Development and Services
- Vocational Education
- Higher Education
- Public Affairs and Policy
The foundation gives preference to applications that include community involvement and volunteerism.
Grantmaking
Grants may not be awarded to:
Grant Range
$434
Average Grant
$434
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports Northwest Kansas, with funding allocated across 26 counties in the region. Support also extends to select communities in Colorado, Florida, and Tennessee.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total Assets: $358,695,470 to $366.6 million
- Total Revenue: $4,596,821
- Total Expenses: $8,839,740
- Total Annual Giving: $7,896,243 to $33.1 million
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since September 1965 (EIN: 48-6121156)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $362,938,389 | $366,616,704 | $369,705,811 |
| Revenue | $40,508,854 | $35,946,269 | $40,724,755 |
| Expenses | $44,187,169 | $39,034,730 | $24,502,280 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $42,161,118 | $35,716,904 | $22,147,433 |
| Net Investment Income | $36,584,365 | $32,400,249 | $34,912,117 |
| Distributable Amount | $31,092,696 | $28,774,718 | $29,149,020 |
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
200 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by a team of compensated trustees, including:
- Doug Albin
- Carol Bales
- Robert Hartman
The foundation employs 11 staff members.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOUG ALBIN | TRUSTEE | 20 | $268,000 |
| CAROL BALES | TRUSTEE | 20 | $229,500 |
| WARREN GFELLER | TRUSTEE AND PRESIDENT | 20 | $225,000 |
| ROBERT HARTMAN | TRUSTEE | 30 | $281,250 |
| BRIEN STOCKMAN | TRUSTEE | 20 | $261,750 |
| RHONDA GODDARD | TRUSTEE AND SECRETARY | 20 | $224,250 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has been active in awarding grants across its focus areas, including:
Awards to students for scholarships in the Salina area
Many Salina area students awarded with scholarships from Dane G ...Grants to Northwest Kansas students for Hansen Scholarships
Kansas Awards $1M in Tourism Grants; Rolling Hills Zoo Receives ...Support for the Ellis County Historical Society
Ellis County Historical Society awarded Dane G. Hansen grantFunding for disability service initiatives
Dane G. Hansen Foundation Awards Grant for Disability Service InitiativeTourism grants, including support for Rolling Hills Zoo's new tiger exhibit
Kansas Awards $1M in Tourism Grants; Rolling Hills Zoo Receives ...Related Funders
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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