Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Fairfield, Iowa
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Fairfield, Iowa, holding $53M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Schwartz Fam Foundationsince 2003 | $3.7M38 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $33M |
| William Zimmerman Foundationsince 1984 | $630K9 grants · 2025 | $60K | Preselected only | $8.0M |
| Global Invincibility Foundationsince 2010 | $151K1 grants · 2024 | $151K | Preselected only | $5.5M |
| Cambridge Foundation Incsince 2015 | $63K87 grants · 2025 | $50 | Preselected only | $1.7M |
| Dick and Judy Smith Family Foundationsince 2020 | $54K6 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| David L Lieb Foundation Incsince 1959 | — | — | Not stated | $4.0M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Iowa
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Iowa Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateIowa Arts Council | Iowa Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities Iowa — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities Iowa | Humanities Iowa | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Fairfield, Iowa?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in Fairfield, Iowa with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $53M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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