How to apply
There is a written application form. Information to be included is a brief summary of the organization's history, the organization's mission and goals, a brief description of the organization's current programs and activities, any relationship with other organizations working similar missions, the number of board members, full-time paid staff, part-time paid staff and volunteers, a description of the overall goals of the organization for the funding period, objectives or ways in which the organization will meet the goals, activities and who will carry out these activities, the time frame in w… Contact: Michel Nelson, 510 Highway 30 West, Carroll, Ia, 7127929772 Deadlines: The first Wednesday in July Restrictions: Distributions will only be made for charitable purposes in Carroll and Sac Counties, Iowa
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
15 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Wall Lake IaWall Lake, IA | Computers for library, meals on wheels & equipment for fire department | $6,800 |
| City of Odebolt IaOdebolt, IA | Library HVAC | $5,000 |
| Breda Day Care Center IncBreda, IA | Center updates | $5,000 |
| Carroll Are Child CareCarroll, IA | Curriculum | $5,000 |
| City of Schaller IaSchaller, IA | Security cameras | $5,000 |
| City of Early IowaEarly, IA | Chair lift for library | $5,000 |
| Sac Community CenterSac City, IA | Generator for community center | $5,000 |
| Manning Betterment FoundationManning, IA | Child care center program | $5,000 |
| City of Lanesboro IowaLanesboro, IA | Restroom | $5,000 |
| Lakeview Iowa Historical SocietyLake View, IA | Hvac | $5,000 |
| City of Lytton IowaLytton, IA | Book deposit for library | $4,000 |
| Lake View FoundationLake View, IA | Outdoor instruments & windows for Legion hall | $3,961 |
| Manning Fire RescueManning, IA | Fire hose nozzles | $3,000 |
| City of Lake View IowaLake View, IA | Public pier repair | $2,500 |
| Sac County Isu Extensuon OfficeSac City, IA | Early achievers 4H playground | $2,139 |
About this foundation
Gilbert Renze Charitable Foundation Tr is a private grantmaking foundation in Carroll, Iowa, administered in care of Michel Nelson, tax-exempt since 2008. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Gilbert Renze Charitable Foundation Tr accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. There is a written application form. Deadlines: The first Wednesday in July.
How much does Gilbert Renze Charitable Foundation Tr give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $67K across 15 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Gilbert Renze Charitable Foundation Tr give?
Iowa (15 grants), per its latest filing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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