William and Joan Truhlsen Family
The William and Joan Truhlsen Family is a private foundation based in Omaha, Nebraska. Its 2023 filing reports grants to organizations in Nebraska for charitable purposes, including educational, health, human-services, animal-welfare, and cultural organizations.
William and Joan Truhlsen Family at a glance
In short: William and Joan Truhlsen Family gave $135K across 13 grants in 2023 (avg $10K), mostly in Nebraska. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $135,000
- Grants made (2023)
- 13
- Average grant
- $10,385
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $894,730
- Primary geography
- Nebraska (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to William and Joan Truhlsen Family
- How to Apply
The filing instructs applicants to contact William Truhlsen by written correspondence explaining the reason for the funding request and, if the requesting entity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to include that…
The filing instructs applicants to contact William Truhlsen by written correspondence explaining the reason for the funding request and, if the requesting entity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to include that information. Awards must meet the purposes outlined in the foundation’s bylaws: religious, charitable, educational, or scientific purposes.
- Contact
Application contact: William Truhlsen
Mailing address: 13660 Hamilton St, Omaha, NE 68154
Phone: (402) 650-3984
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who William and Joan Truhlsen Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was University of Nebraska Foundation ($20K). Together the top 10 received $110K.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 13 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2023 went to recipients in Nebraska.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How William and Joan Truhlsen Family gives
- In 2023 it paid out 194% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2023 it made 13 grants totaling $135K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation Lincoln, NE | Charitable Purposes | $20,000 |
| Rowe Sanctuary Gibbon, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Oneworld Community Health Omaha, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| The Food Bank Omaha, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Nebraska Humane Society Omaha, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Prospect Hill Cemetery Omaha, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross Omaha, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army Omaha, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Louisville Public Schools Louisville, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
| Teammates Mentoring Gretna, NE | Charitable Purposes | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $894,730 | $1,038,260 | $143,530 | $135,000 | 13 | $135,000 | $1,033,608 | $69,436 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, William and Joan Truhlsen Family reported a distributable amount of $69K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No separate mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants went to organizations whose work included a range of purposes. The University of Nebraska Foundation describes its mission as growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change and save lives. The Nebraska Humane Society says it protects, saves, and enriches animals’ lives in the communities it serves, with services including adoption, foster care, training, and educational programs. The Durham Museum describes its mission as providing educational and entertaining opportunities while preserving the region’s cultural history.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation made 13 grants totaling $135,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $20,000, with a median of $10,000. The largest reported grant was $20,000 to the University of Nebraska Foundation. Other notable grants were $10,000 each to Rowe Sanctuary, OneWorld Community Health, The Food Bank, Nebraska Humane Society, Prospect Hill Cemetery, American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Louisville Public Schools, Teammates Mentoring, The Durham Museum, and Hospice House.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
William Truhlsen is listed as a director on the 2023 filing.
William and Joan Truhlsen Family is led by William Truhlsen, Director on the 2023 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
William Truhlsen
Director
New on the 2023 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about William and Joan Truhlsen Family
How much does William and Joan Truhlsen Family give each year?
William and Joan Truhlsen Family gave $135K across 13 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is William and Joan Truhlsen Family's typical grant size?
William and Joan Truhlsen Family's median grant in 2023 was $10,000, and its average grant was $10,385, across 13 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does William and Joan Truhlsen Family give grants?
William and Joan Truhlsen Family gives mostly in Nebraska: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Omaha, NE (9 grants).
Who are William and Joan Truhlsen Family's largest grantees?
William and Joan Truhlsen Family's largest 2023 grantees include University of Nebraska Foundation ($20,000), Rowe Sanctuary ($10,000) and Oneworld Community Health ($10,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is William and Joan Truhlsen Family?
William and Joan Truhlsen Family reported $895K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $135K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $69K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does William and Joan Truhlsen Family fund?
No separate mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants went to organizations whose work included a range of purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from William and Joan Truhlsen Family?
The filing instructs applicants to contact William Truhlsen by written correspondence explaining the reason for the funding request and, if the requesting entity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to include that… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is William and Joan Truhlsen Family's EIN?
William and Joan Truhlsen Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-6352296. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2023
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