Private foundation · Lincoln, NE (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Hugo A and Thelma Aspegren Charitable Trust
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $50,000
- Typical grant
- $50,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $50,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 7 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $270,800
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $295K | — | 0 |
| 2024 | $265K | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $271K | $50K | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Aspegren Trust Grant Applications · Box lincoln · (402) 477-2200
- What to send
- See attached form
- Deadlines
- January 31st
Next one: Jan 31, 2027 if the dates haven't changed since its 2023 filing - Limits
- Nebraska
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
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- First Nebraska Trust CompanyTrustee-as needed
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What it funds most often
- Provide educational and charitable services.
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducks Unlimited Inc. | Memphis, Shelby County | Provide educational and charitable services. | $50K |