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The John D & Edna Hofer Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on providing funding through a relationship-based approach, operating exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the Trust distributed a total of $875K across four grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting platform.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE SALVATION ARMY
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL
$1.6M
13%
BETHANY MENNONITE CHURCH
RICH HILL, MO
$1.1M
9%
UNION GOSPEL MISSION
SIOUX FALLS, SD
$915K
8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST?
No. JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST give?
JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota, Illinois, and Missouri. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $173 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST make each year?
In 2025, JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $875 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST fund recently?
In 2025, JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include THE SALVATION ARMY, BETHANY MENNONITE CHURCH, and UNION GOSPEL MISSION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST?
JOHN D & EDNA HOFER TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.