Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc
Lutheran family services of Nebraska, inc.'s (LFS) mission is to express god's love for all people by providing quality human care services that build and strengthen individual, family and community life. Our vision is saftey, hope and well-being for all people. The organization's values are rooted in faith, family, diversity, excellence, integrity and collaboration.
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $35,952,595
- -3.5% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $35,556,699
- -5.0% vs 2023
- Net investment income (2024)
- $-431,105
- -1333.1% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $35,257,061
- +9.6% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc
Who Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $500K–1M range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 1 grant totaling $879K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Omaha Police Foundation Inc Omaha, NE | Co-Responder Funds Provided to the Omaha Police Department. | $879,255 |
Ready to take the next step with Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35,952,595 | $35,556,699 | $35,257,061 | — | — | $-431,105 |
| 2023 | $37,256,647 | $37,433,364 | $32,168,172 | — | — | $34,960 |
| 2022 | $29,617,893 | $34,427,234 | $32,900,743 | — | — | $71,886 |
| 2021 | $16,776,324 | $32,438,407 | $24,307,100 | — | — | $1,350,590 |
| 2020 | $12,509,010 | $26,295,043 | $24,018,964 | $879,255 | 1 | $12,430 |
About Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc
Based on IRS filings
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Omaha, NE. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $36.0M in total assets.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc is led by Christopher Tonniges, President & CEO since 2022 (on filings since 2020); 7 of 20 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Christopher Tonniges
President & CEO
Treasurer → Secretary, President & CEO, 2021
Secretary, President & CEO → President & CEO, 2022
On filings since 2020
42 hrs/week
$116K (2021) → $321K (2024)
Miranda Watson
Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mosah Goodman
COO - Legal Counsel
On filings since 2020
45 hrs/week
$135K (2020) → $213K (2024)
Amy Carolus
CFO
On filings since 2022
44 hrs/week
$165K (2022) → $188K (2024)
Cory Rabe
Nurse Practioner
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$155K (2023) → $168K (2024)
Heather Wiese
Vice President Integrated Health Strat
Vice President Integrated Health Strategy & Ops → Vice President Integrated Health Strat, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$177K (2023) → $191K (2024)
Jeffrey Barnhart
CDO
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$144K (2023) → $149K (2024)
Shirley Terry
Vice President Behavior Health Services
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$146K (2024)
Brenda Smith
Board Member
Vice Chair → Chair, 2023
Chair → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Anderson Jr.
Board Member
Board Member → Chair, 2021
Chair → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Snow
Vice Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrea Adams
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Foxall
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan Reay
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tiffany Henn
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kerry Kernen
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Ann Borgeson
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thad Call
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jason Hagan
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan Connelly
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (16)
- Former: Calli Hite (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Teresa Anderson (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Angela Kline (2020–2022) — Nurse Practitioner
- Former: Donna Magnuson (2020–2022) — Cpo
- Former: Tawanda Mercer (2020–2022) — Nurse Practitioner
- Former: Bishop Brian D. Maas (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Heather Nielsen (2022) — Medical Director
- Former: Greg Schilling (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Mark Versen (2020–2021) — CDO
- Former: Rafael Maldonado (2020–2021) — Chair
- Former: Stacy Martin (2020–2021) — Secretary, President & CEO
- Former: David Johnson (2021) — Interim President & CEO
- Former: Nuria Archer (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Brian D. Maas (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Pam Hitchens (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Susan Baumert (2020) — Interim CFO
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $321K, to Christopher Tonniges (President & CEO). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc
How large is Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc?
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc reported $36.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $35.6M.
What is Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc?
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Omaha, NE. It holds $36.0M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc operate?
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc has awarded grants in Nebraska.
What is Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc's EIN?
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7267972. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 2, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Nebraska
Alan & Marcia Baer Foundation
Omaha, NE
The foundation supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, athletics and recreation, health and human services, religion, arts and culture, and civic projects. Its average gift is $1,000–$1,500, with 2025 grants ranging from $500 to $46,200; most funding went to Nebraska, with some grants in other states. It accepts requests by letter, mail or email, with a May 31 annual deadline.
Assets
$2.7M
Grants
54
Total Given
$215K
Harlan J and Nancy F Noddle
Omaha, NE
Assets
$155K
Grants
3
Total Given
$133K
The Sherwood Foundation
Omaha, NE
The Sherwood Foundation funds equity and social-justice work in Nebraska, with a focus on urban and rural community partnerships and early childhood education; it supports operating, program, and capital needs. Its 2025 grants had a median of $90,000, though awards varied widely. It does not accept unsolicited requests and uses an invitation-only application process.
Assets
$977.8M
Grants
790
Total Given
$296.3M
Peter Kiewit Foundation
Omaha, NE
The Peter Kiewit Foundation funds college access and success, youth development, economic opportunity, community amenities, and community foundation capacity, primarily in Nebraska and western Iowa within 100 miles of Omaha. Its 2025 grants ranged from $219 to $5 million, with a median of $50,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests or grant inquiries; it invites selected organizations to apply.
Assets
$466.6M
Grants
160
Total Given
$29.2M
Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation
Coraopolis, PA
DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation primarily funds youth sports participation in under-resourced communities, including equipment, registration costs and facilities, and also supports outdoor access and education. Its 2025 grants ranged from $626 to $2.5 million, with a median of $5,000, and Sports Matter funding has reached all 50 states. Sports Matter opportunities are by invitation only; the foundation says 501(c)(3) grant requests should be submitted in writing.
Assets
$34.5M
Grants
964
Total Given
$18.0M
Robert B Daugherty Foundation
Omaha, NE
The Robert B. Daugherty Foundation funds tax-exempt organizations’ charitable, scientific, cultural, religious, and educational work, with preference for projects addressing community needs in Nebraska, especially greater Omaha. In 2024, grants ranged from $5,000 to $4.81 million, with a median of $77,500. It accepts applications through an online process; no deadline is listed.
Assets
$839.7M
Grants
120
Total Given
$37.9M
More similar funders
More Funders in Nebraska
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Lutheran Family Services of NE Inc down — hundreds of funders to go?