Nebraska Donor Alliance
Nebraska Donor Alliance is a public charity based in Lincoln, Nebraska. Formed in 2023, it describes itself as a progressive donor collaborative working to create a more inclusive and racially just democracy.
Nebraska Donor Alliance at a glance
In short: Nebraska Donor Alliance gave $841K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $76K), mostly in Nebraska. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $841,000
- -42.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- -8.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $76,455
- -37.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $1,886,642
- +159.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Nebraska (88% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Nebraska Donor Alliance
- Contact
Mailing address: 3637 Holdredge St, Lincoln, NE 68503
Phone: (402) 613-0724
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Nebraska Donor Alliance funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana ($200K). Together the top 10 received $830K.
Grant Size Distribution
23 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 8 grants of 23 (35%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 88% of grant dollars went to recipients in Nebraska and 12% to recipients in Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
How Nebraska Donor Alliance gives
- 45% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $841K (2025) to $1.5M (2024). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $841K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana Lincoln, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $200,000 |
| Nebraska Civic Engagement Table Lincoln, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $175,000 |
| Community Change Portsmouth, VA | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $100,000 |
| Holland Children's Movement Omaha, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $100,000 |
| Nebraskans for Better Government Lincoln, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $100,000 |
| Nebraska Votes Lincoln, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $50,000 |
| Black in Action Collective Omaha, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $40,000 |
| Nebraska Appleseed Action Fund Lincoln, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $35,000 |
| Bellweather Initiative Omaha, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $15,000 |
| Empowering Families Mitchell, NE | General Operating to Support Our Mission | $15,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Amounts are for the filing year.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,886,642 | $3,987,393 | $2,830,917 | $841,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $727,418 | $2,945,000 | $2,361,209 | $1,457,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $137,898 | $213,500 | $75,602 | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to create a more inclusive and racially just democracy. Its 2025 grants were reported as general operating support to support the grantees’ missions.
Among the 2025 grantees, the Nebraska Civic Engagement Table says it works with nonprofits to increase voting and build an engaged Nebraska. Nebraska Votes says it works to promote a fair and modern democracy through research, education, and advocacy. The Nebraska Appleseed Action Fund says it seeks to ensure Nebraskans’ voices are heard in public decision-making. Holland Children’s Movement describes its work as public education and community action to address poverty and promote policies that reduce poverty and its impact on families. Civic Nebraska says it works on youth service learning, civic health initiatives, and nonpartisan voting-rights advocacy.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the alliance reported 11 grants totaling $841,000. Grants ranged from $11,000 to $200,000, with a median of $50,000. Each listed grant was for general operating support to support the recipient’s mission.
Notable awards included $200,000 to Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana, $175,000 to Nebraska Civic Engagement Table, and $100,000 each to Community Change, Holland Children’s Movement, and Nebraskans for Better Government. Other awards included $50,000 to Nebraska Votes, $40,000 to Black in Action Collective, $35,000 to Nebraska Appleseed Action Fund, $15,000 each to Bellweather Initiative and Empowering Families, and $11,000 to Civic Nebraska.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Adam Morfeld as executive director. Officers and directors listed were Katie Weitz, board chair; Renee Fry, secretary; Lisa Cook, treasurer; and Yohance Christie, Felicia Hilton, and Allyson Von Seggern, members.
Nebraska Donor Alliance is led by Adam Morfeld, Executive Director on every filing since 2024; 1 of 7 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Adam Morfeld
Executive Director
On filings since 2024
30 hrs/week
$73K (2024) → $178K (2025)
Katie Weitz
Board Chair
President → Board Chair, 2024
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Cook
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Renee Fry
Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Felicia Hilton
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Yohance Christie
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Allyson Von Seggern
Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Allyson Von Seegren (2024) — Member
- Former: Daniel Padilla (2023) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $178K, to Adam Morfeld (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Nebraska Donor Alliance
How much does Nebraska Donor Alliance give each year?
Nebraska Donor Alliance gave $841K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $1.5M across 12 grants.
What is Nebraska Donor Alliance's typical grant size?
Nebraska Donor Alliance's median grant in 2025 was $50,000, and its average grant was $76,455, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Nebraska Donor Alliance give grants?
Nebraska Donor Alliance gives mostly in Nebraska: 88% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lincoln, NE (6 grants) and Omaha, NE (3 grants).
Does Nebraska Donor Alliance give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Nebraska Donor Alliance's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Who are Nebraska Donor Alliance's largest grantees?
Nebraska Donor Alliance's largest 2025 grantees include Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana ($200,000), Nebraska Civic Engagement Table ($175,000) and Community Change ($100,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 56% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Nebraska Donor Alliance?
Nebraska Donor Alliance reported $1.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.0M.
What does Nebraska Donor Alliance fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to create a more inclusive and racially just democracy. Its 2025 grants were reported as general operating support to support the grantees’ missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Nebraska Donor Alliance?
Nebraska Donor Alliance has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Nebraska Donor Alliance's EIN?
Nebraska Donor Alliance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-3165832. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Nebraska Donor Alliance funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/nebraska-donor-alliance-morg_b8240a32dc954ea2b6493d2b332514f3
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