Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Muscatine, Iowa
9 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Muscatine, Iowa, holding $340M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roy J Carver Charitable Trsince 1982 | $17M87 grants · 2024 | $121K | Yes | $241M |
| Jensen Private Foundation Incsince 2012 | $3.1M14 grants · 2025 | $4,822 | Preselected only | $6.5M |
| Holthues Trsince 1998 | $2.1M62 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $27M |
| Hni Charitable Foundationsince 1985 | $1.6M24 grants · 2025 | $11K | Yes | $3.2M |
| Howe Foundationsince 1993 | $1.4M25 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $7.9M |
| Herbert L and Nancy M Townsend Foundationsince 2016 | $1.3M10 grants · 2025 | $23K | Preselected only | $22M |
| New Hope Foundationsince 1993 | $519K63 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $28M |
| Stanley Consultants Charitable Foundationsince 1982 | $142K20 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Yes | $1.7M |
| Jhk Charitable Foundationsince 2007 | — | — | Preselected only | $2.7M |
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 Muscatine, Iowa?
Our directory lists 9 private grantmaking foundations in Muscatine, Iowa with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $340M. 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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