How to Apply
Peter Kiewit Foundation is no longer accepting program or operating requests from organizations we are not already actively working with. We will still accept capital application requests that align with Mr. Kiewit’s intent (see our strategic priorities). These requests will be reviewed with the same stringent guidelines as before.
Here are the six steps you need to follow to apply:
1. Review PKF Goals and Grantmaking Approach
Please read through our What We Fund page and identify the Strategic Priority your request most closely aligns with.
2. Speak with a PKF Team Member
A representative from your organization should connect with the team member within the strategy identified to discuss the proposed project, confirm eligibility to apply, and determine alignment to foundation goals.
College Access and Success:
Liz Codina
Youth Development:
Pat Thraen
Economic Development and Opportunity:
Jen Olds
Quality of Place Amenities:
Paul Ternes
Community Capacity:
Paul Ternes
3. Complete a Request Summary
In most cases, a brief written summary of the request will be needed to determine alignment and readiness. Your team member will send this out after they had a chance to visit with you about your project. If eligibility, alignment, and readiness are confirmed, a link to our online application will be issued.
4. Complete the Application
Please follow the foundation guidelines to complete your application through the online grant application portal.
5. Submit the Application
If any information is missing from your application or we have additional questions regarding your application, a team member will contact the person specified on your application.
6. Communicate Changes
Please inform your PKF contact of any significant organizational, programmatic, or financial changes impacting the project or organization that occur after an application has been submitted and prior to receiving a decision on your request.