Updated Nov 1, 2026
Private foundations based in Glenwood, Iowa
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Glenwood, Iowa, holding $4.8M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stratbucker Family Foundationsince 2015 | $539K1 grants · 2024 | $539K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
| Barbara Sawyer Charitable Trsince 2020 | $57K3 grants · 2025 | $15K | Yes | $1.4M |
| NY Foundationsince 2023 | $20K1 grants · 2025 | $20K | Preselected only | $1.5M |
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 Glenwood, Iowa?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Glenwood, Iowa with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $4.8M. 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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