Kenneth (kim) & Karen Hawkins Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, with a strong emphasis on religious institutions, community development, education, health, and the arts. It provides funding primarily to local charities and nonprofits, including churches, youth development organizations, and educational institutions. The foundation's mission appears to focus on enhancing community well-being and cultural enrichment through its financial contributions. It predominantly serves organizations in its home state, reflecting a commitment to local impact.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
An established Nebraska-based nonprofit (especially in Omaha) with a track record in community services, education, youth development, arts/culture, or faith-based work and known local credibility.
Good Fit
- • Located in Nebraska, preferably Omaha metro.
- • Established 501(c)(3) with several years of local impact and measurable outcomes.
- • Work in education, youth services, community programs, arts, or religious institutions.
- • Existing relationships or recognitions from local funders, civic leaders, or prior grantees.
- • Capability to manage both modest operating grants and occasional larger awards.
Geography
Observed grants are almost entirely directed to Nebraska, with the bulk going to Omaha-area organizations despite a small number of out-of-state listings.
Recipient Variety
Each year the foundation funds many distinct recipients (25–35 per year), showing a broad set of independent nonprofit beneficiaries despite dollar concentration in a few large awards.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of turnover is available—roughly one third of recipients in recent years were new—but the foundation states it only funds preselected organizations, so new entrants are possible but appear to gain access mainly by invitation or referral rather than a public application.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
