Funders
Foundations that fund nonprofits in Iowa
Foundation funding in Iowa across 3 causes, drawn from IRS Form 990-PF and 990 Schedule I filings. Each cause page ranks the funders most focused on it, with grant counts, typical grant sizes and whether they accept unsolicited applications.
Funding by cause
Museums and historical organizations — 113 funders, median grant $9,750
Youth development programs — 106 funders, median grant $8,537
Community development organizations — 105 funders, median grant $13,000
Funders active across several causes
Community Fdn of Greater Des Moines F/K/a Greater Des Moines Community Fdn — among the top funders for 2 of these 3 causes: museums and historical organizations; community development organizations.
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Grant counts and medians cover IRS filings through tax year 2024. Filing lag means recent grants may not yet appear.
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